Asphalt Raker

Working Title: Asphalt Raker
Supervisor: Foreman

Location: El Paso Area

Company Overview

At JD Abrams, we are proud of the many projects we have helped build to shape Texas’ robust highway transportation system. But perhaps what we are proud of the most are the careers we have helped shape over our 55+ year history in the industry. JD Abrams is 100% employee-owned, which means that every employee-owner has a vested interest in the success of the company. We are committed to quality of life, partnerships, and meaningful employee ownership. Join us in being part of this dynamic team!

General Description of Position: The Asphalt Raker plays a key role in road construction and paving operations. This position is responsible for spreading, leveling, and smoothing hot asphalt to ensure a safe, durable, and high-quality finished surface.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Spread, rake, and level hot asphalt to proper grade and thickness


• Assist with asphalt paving operations alongside paving crews and equipment operators


• Check for proper depth, grade, and drainage to meet project specifications


• Smooth and shape asphalt using hand tools to ensure a uniform finish


• Work around heavy equipment including pavers, rollers, and trucks safely


• Follow directions from foreman/supervisor to meet daily production goals


• Perform general labor duties such as shoveling, sweeping, and site cleanup


• Identify and correct surface imperfections during paving process


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times


• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations
  

Specific Equipment and Materials to be used: Operate power vibrator to compact concrete, pneumatic chisel, saws, power grinder and hand tools

Benefits: Weekly paycheck, PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, TelaDoc, Employee Assistance Program, ESOP, 401K, Development & Education Assistance Program

Work environment: The work environment/physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and high and/ or precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

J.D. Abrams, LP is an equal opportunity employer 
. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.