Equipment Operator - Winchester, VA

Job ID : 497496

W-L Construction and Paving, a CRH company, is one of southwest Virginia’s largest grading contractors and the largest paving contractor in the area employing more than 350 employees during the construction months.

W-L performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete, and utilities with paving operations exceeding one million tons per year.

With multiple locations throughout the state of Virginia, W-L prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations.

In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America.

We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Equipment Operator

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Job Description Summary

Seeking an experienced equipment operator who will be responsible for cutting shoulder stone, pulling ditches, and performing other grade operations as necessary.

May also operate a backhoe and / or bulldozer.

Applicant must be familiar with Grading and Storm Drain Construction.

Requirements

• Must partner with other crewmembers to help in the application of pavement to roadways utilizing the grader and other equipment and must perform additional tasks of other positions per plan specifications as instructed by crew foreman to ensure daily schedules / estimates are met.
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours.
• Ability to utilize a grader with attention to detail and emphasis on craftsmanship.
• May be required to use power / and or hand tools needed to complete the jobs within specifications.
• Ability to withstand common vibratory motion associated with operation of most equipment and occasionally rough terrain.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Attitude / Cooperation : Must always maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, public.
• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required.

Out of town / county / state work may be required.

• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition.
• Initiative to perform / assist with other positions for job completion.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Experience operating a grader required.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family.

CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application.

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Thank you for your interest!

W-L Construction and Paving, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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