LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939

Our history goes back to 1939 when W. E. Lehman and George B. Roberts bought the Mississippi and Memphis operations of Carey-Reed Company, a company started by Mr. Roberts’ brother in law in 1907. The new Lehman-Roberts Company located their first asphalt plant and office on Front Street in downtown Memphis. Our history goes back to 1939 when W. E. Lehman and George B. Roberts bought the Mississippi and Memphis operations of Carey-Reed Company, a company started by Mr. Roberts’ brother in law in 1907. The new Lehman-Roberts Company located their first asphalt plant and office on Front Street in downtown Memphis. The headquarters moved to the 1111 Wilson street address in 1943 and remained there until its recent move to 670 S. Cooper in September 2019. In 1971, the company became affiliated with Memphis Stone and Gravel Company through common ownership.

Still a family owned business, Patrick Nelson leads as President in our dedication to the manufacturing of quality hot mix asphalt and the superior placement of that pavement.  Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement and relationships. With manufacturing facilities throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, Lehman-Roberts Company specializes in construction projects ranging from commercial parking lots to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY:   COLD MILLING MACHINE OPERATOR

 Position Summary

• Primary responsibilities will be for the operation, production, quality, and general maintenance of equipment and safety of the daily operations of a cold milling machine.
• Secondary responsibilities will include various operational field duties in other areas of asphalt paving and heavy construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Cold milling machine operations and daily maintenance.
• Receive and execute directions from milling foreman.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers to produce a quality product.
• Capable of reading and understanding field survey grades and elevations.
• Assist in maintenance and upkeep of equipment assigned to crew.
• Be safety conscience of job, personnel, and traveling public.

Success Criteria

• Ability to work long hours during construction season to ensure up-time of equipment for operations.
• Ability to learn and practice the principles of Total Process Reliability (TPR).
• Must be team-oriented, articulate, flexible, and highly productive.
• Minimum 2 years of road construction and milling experience or other commercial construction experience; thorough understanding of asphalt paving and roadway construction fundamentals required.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving history required.
• Approach all duties with commitment to company core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement and relationships.

 BENEFITS OFFERED:   

• Paid Vacations and Holidays
  • ​Plus Safety Incentive Days
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k w/Company Match
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability and Vision

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