Asphalt Crew

Are you tired of not being respected (or ahem, financially rewarded) for being a reliable, hard worker? If you enjoy:

• Breaking a sweat
• Getting your hands (and likely the rest of your body pretty) dirty
• Working on a team
• Having a stable job with winters off, good pay, and clear opportunities for advancement
• Working alongside super skilled people that are also a really good hang

Us too. 

Sounds like you should apply for the Asphalt Crew position at our growing company.

Stripe A Lot’s asphalt teams are the backbone of our company and the reason customers love us. Our teams spend the majority of their workday out in the field, repairing and sealcoating asphalt to provide customers with blacktop that looks great and lasts longer. We’re not gonna lie – it’s hard work, but it’s necessary because good blacktop keeps our world humming.

When you unlace your boots at the end of a full day with Stripe A Lot, you’ll know you accomplished something you can be proud of.

As part of your job, you will:

• Operate heavy machinery to destroy and remove existing surfaces prior to installing new asphalt or repairing existing blacktop
• Grade foundations for proper drainage using hand tools and machinery
• Shovel, rake, pour asphalt to distribute evenly and create smooth, durable drives and parking lots
• Apply sealcoating to blacktop using machine sprayers or by hand
• Fill cracks in asphalt using everything from small hand tools to large, ride-on machines such as our Squeegee machine
• Operate a dump truck or Bobcat
• Create parking grid by hand-spraying or using paint-sprayer machinery
• Support your team members with any task
• Follow directions and be willing to learn and correct mistakes
• Have a job you can really sink your teeth into

Yes, we know it sounds like a lot (because it is), but we want you to succeed. All you have to do (after you apply, have an interview, and accept an offer) is bring a solid work ethic and high energy, and we will supply the knowledge and tools to get the job done right.

The people who love this job and do well in this Asphalt Crew position are:

Hard workers who enjoy the Great Outdoors. Does the thought of sitting behind a desk all day make you want to bang your head against the wall? Good, because you’ll be working outside, getting dirty, breaking a sweat, and getting stuff done. If you’re okay with some sore muscles and smelly laundry, you’re golden.

Ready to learn. We’re always looking for people who pick up things quickly, and don’t get their undies in a twist if they’re told to do something over. We want people who want to learn the best ways to do the work, and ask questions if they don’t fully understand, so they can do better the next time.

Reliable team players. We’ve all worked with someone we secretly wanted to push into oncoming traffic. (You know who we’re talking about.) Good news is, we’re not hiring that guy or gal – so don’t be them. Be the one who’s decent, dependable, and friendly — easy to get along with, and who shows up every day, on time. If you’re willing to jump in and help someone, you’re our person.

Education, Skills & Experience:

• NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. If you are willing to work hard and learn asphalt maintenance, we are willing to teach you everything you need to know.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record and dependable transportation is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, bend, stretch and lift is required.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions is required.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test is required.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions is required.
• Ability to read, write, and do basic mathematical calculations is preferred.
• A Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B is a plus.
• Ability to operate a Skid Steer or Bobcat is a plus.
• Knowledge of using hand tools, such as shovels, wheelbarrows, asphalt hand rollers, asphalt rakes, scrapers, brooms, and hand brushes is a plus.

Who is Stripe A Lot:

We are West Michigan’s asphalt maintenance experts. For more than 36 years, our family has helped homeowners and business owners take care of their asphalt surfaces. Here’s what you should know about us:

• We don’t cut corners.
• We resurface/maintain millions of square feet a year.
• We’re trusted by the Holland community, and have earned Holland’s “Best of the Best” for years in a row.

What’s important to us:

Integrity. We do the right thing regardless of who’s watching. We do honest work we can be proud of. We’re straight shooters. We’re going to tell you the truth about your performance, your hours, and what you can do to get ahead.

Respect. We respect our employees and their hard work and dedication. We respect our customers and the trust they place in us. We respect our craft. We know there is no such thing as unskilled labor.

Quality. We have top-quality equipment and maintain it well (Our co-owner, Joe insists you should be able to see your reflection in the side of our trucks). We try hard to be good leaders, so you feel valued and know where you stand. We also reward (moolah) quality work with raises and promotions.

When do you work:

Asphalt maintenance work is seasonal, and the Michigan season is short. That means we work hard for seven months, April–October. We all work seven days a week, Monday–Sunday, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., plus some holidays. Asphalt work is weather-dependent, so a specific number of hours each week is not guaranteed.

At the end of each season, we’ll discuss whether you’ll re-join the team next year.

What is the compensation:

Starting pay from $20 an hour and up, depending on your willingness to work hard, learn, and be a dedicated team member.

Yearly raises are based on your employee review.

Annual bonus pay is available for reaching and exceeding set goals.

We have a referral program that rewards you for recruiting members to the team. You’ll earn $1 for every hour your recruits work.

A more detailed conversation will take place if you are called for an interview.

What are the benefits:

This position does not include health insurance, paid time off, or retirement benefits.

What happens next:

1. Apply today.
   Click the “Apply” button or fill out an application at our office. We’ll review your app and if you’re a good fit, you’ll be contacted for an interview.
2. Complete two interviews.
   Your application will be reviewed instantly, and if you’re qualified, you’ll schedule a phone interview. If the phone interview goes well, you’ll be asked to come to our office in Holland for an in-person interview. We want to meet you, and we want you to be able to see the office and meet possible co-workers.
3. Say “Yes!” and pave your way to a better future.
   If we both feel like it’s a good fit and your references check out, we’ll offer you the position. There’s some paperwork to complete, but we’ll want to start training you as soon as possible.