Helicopter pilot Jobs in Glendale, AZ

Pilot Car Driver (Phoenix, AZ)

Pilot Car Drivers lead motorists through complex work zones and work with flaggers and construction equipment operators to keep traffic delays to a minimum. This position also performs labor on a variety of physical tasks to include using hand tools and/or power tools for applying asphalt products as defined by each job/project. This position requires extensive travel, weekend work, and overtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a specially marked car to lead one-way traffic through construction work zones at a safe speed to the end of the work zone.
• Coordinate with construction equipment and haul trucks.
• Coordinate with flaggers to hold traffic and release traffic to follow the pilot car.
• Continuously drive back and forth through the work zone leading traffic.
• Keep delays in the flow of traffic to less than 15-20 minutes.
• Must work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
• Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
• Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand and power tools such as rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, plate tampers, etc.
• Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• Works in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
• Must be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with the Paver Operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
• Invoke Sunland's Core Values.
• Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
• May set up and tear down equipment.
• Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day.
• Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
• Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
• Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
• Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
• Any and all duties assigned.

Safety

• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OHSA regulations.
• All employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment and follow all safety guidelines at all times as an essential part of their job responsibilities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to operate vehicles and trailers in a safe manner, in compliance with local, state and federal traffic laws.
• Must operate equipment, machinery and other tools in compliance with safety guidelines and manufacturer specifications.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment in a variety of different situations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, kneel and lift overhead.
• While working the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines, and dust/debris.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Experience in large scale roadway paving a plus.
• Ability to speak read and write English is preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to any and all jobsite without exception (including staying away from home if necessary).
• Must be willing to work Saturdays and Sundays, and

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• A current driver's license.
• ATSSA Flagger Card.
• DOT Physical Card a plus.
• Must have a clean motor-vehicle record if operating a Company vehicle.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background check.
• DRIVERS: Must meet FMCSA English proficiency requirements under 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2), including the ability to read and speak English, understand highway signs, respond to official inquiries, and make required entries on reports and records. To ensure Sunland Asphalt complies with this federal mandate, all 10K-CMV and CDL drivers will be required to complete and pass an English proficiency assessment.

AAP/EEO Statement

Sunland Asphalt is an equal employment opportunity employer and, as such, we consider individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by state and federal regulations will be met. Discriminatory or harassing conduct in the workplace, whether committed by management or non-management employees or outside person (vendors, customer, etc.) is prohibited.

This job description is not meant to encompass all tasks and or job responsibilities, but rather it is meant to provide the employee with a general summary of what the position entails. Sunland Asphalt has the right to amend or revise this job description at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made when it does not impose an undue hardship on the company to do so.