If you’re looking for an exciting career with a bright future, the asphalt industry is a great place to look. Asphalt industry professionals enjoy the excitement of providing an important service within their community by building much-needed driveways and parking lots. Asphalt industry careers offer the chance to be part of providing a sustainable product employees can take pride in. In a time when many industries are struggling, asphalt remains in high demand as a competitive industry.
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At J&W Asphalt, we value our employees and understand they are the heart of what makes our company great.
Employee Benefits
- 401K with matching
- 100% employer-paid healthcare
- Competitive Pay
- Weekly Bonus
- Dental insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Winters off
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company Holiday Party
Added Bonus: Our crew members earn a year’s wage in seven months, which includes five months off in the winter.
J&W Asphalt’s Core Values
Can-Do Attitude
- We have a willingness to take on and conquer any challenge.
- We are motivated to be our best.
- We are innovative and always willing to change for the better.
Attention to Detail
- We have high standards for ourselves and our work.
- We are thorough and meticulous.
Respect
- We have respect for ourselves, co-workers, and our customers.
- We exhibit honesty and integrity to our customers.
- We are accountable and stand behind our work.
Driven
- We are hard-working — we are “doers.”
- We are motivated to be our best — we have a passion for quality.
What Makes Us Different
An Established Asphalt Company
At J&W Asphalt, we are a family-run business that has been leading the asphalt industry in Minnesota since 1976. We were founded by a paving foreman and grading foreman. Our name stands for “Johnson & Workers” because our employees are central to our core values. We believe in innovation, integrity, quality, expertise, and building strong relationships.
We are an established company with a strong reputation and a commitment to providing customer-focused asphalt construction. If you’re looking for an organization that values quality workmanship and treats its employees with respect, look no further.
Team Building Approach
J&W Asphalt is a company that puts our employees at the front and center of what we do. We understand that this begins by giving our employees a voice. As a J&W employee, you will participate in weekly meetings to help solve problems as part of a team. Our crews get together to share company goals and ideas, building a culture of community and teamwork.
This worker-focused approach helps us to stay strong as a team and maintain a positive, proactive culture.
Employee Appreciation
At J&W Asphalt, we believe in showing our employees appreciation through employee events and team-building exercises. We believe in a work-hard, play-hard ethic, and we love to take our employees out for fun, whether it’s paintballing or go-karting.
We also have an annual Christmas Party where we personally thank each employee, hand out Christmas Bonuses, and give away prizes. We believe that showing our employees they are valued keeps them happy and productive.
Rewarding Careers
At J&W Asphalt, we offer competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth. As a family-owned company, we understand the importance of striking a healthy work-life balance. We want our employees to be happy, so they will stay with us for many years and enjoy long, fulfilling careers with us. We offer a positive culture where everyone knows your name.
Industry Leadership
As leaders in the asphalt industry in Minnesota, our compaction procedures meet and exceed the Minnesota Asphalt Paving Association (MAPA) and National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) standards.
We have paved more driveways than anyone else in the Twin Cities. To remain at the top of our game, we stay current so that we can continue to be innovators within our field.
Here are a few of the ways we set ourselves apart:
- Consult engineering firms
- Read industry literature
- Attend paving conferences and seminars
- Perform on-the-job experimentation and test our results
- Ensure the highest possible standard
High Safety Standard
We understand that workers’ safety is integral to our success and to any successful project. We place OSHA standards at the forefront of all we do. We make sure all of our workers are wearing the proper protective gear and are trained in safe construction practices.
One of the ways we accomplish that goal is by conducting regular safety meetings. We also follow a strict self-regulatory process to ensure compliance and maintain a clean work environment our employees can be proud of.