References: Give the names of at least three persons not related to you, whom you have known for at least one year that are familiar with your work.

*PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING – You are authorizing investigation of all statements contained on this form and other application materials. 

I hereby certify that all of the information provided by me in this application (or any other accompanying or required documents) is correct, accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the falsification, misrepresentation or omission of any facts in my application materials will be cause for denial of employment or immediate termination of employment regardless of the timing or circumstances of discovery.

I understand that submission of an application does not guarantee employment. I further understand that, should an offer of employment be extended by The Ashton Company, Inc. that such employment is “AT WILL”, for no specified duration and may be terminated by either The Ashton Company, Inc. or myself at any time, with or without cause or notice. I understand that none of the documents, policies, procedures, actions, statements of The Ashton Company, Inc. or its representatives used during the employment process is a contract of employment. I understand that no representative of The Ashton Company, Inc. except the President has the authority to enter into any agreement guaranteeing any conditions of employment or any agreement contrary to the foregoing statements and that any such agreements must be made in writing and signed by the President of The Ashton Company, Inc.

In consideration for employment with The Ashton Company, Inc., if employed, I agree to conform to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of The Ashton Company, Inc. at all times and understand that such obedience is a condition of employment. I understand that due to the nature of The Ashton Company, Inc.’s business, attendance, punctuality and strict adherence to Safe Workplace Practices are considered essential requirements of every job at The Ashton Company, Inc. and that poor attendance, tardiness or unsafe behavior will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

I understand that if offered a position with The Ashton Company, Inc., I will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screening and background check as a condition of employment. I understand that unsatisfactory results from, refusal to cooperate with, or any attempt to affect the results of these pre-employments tests and checks will result in withdrawal of any employment offer or termination of employment if already employed.

I hereby authorize any and all schools, former employers, references, courts and any others who have relevant information about me to provide such information to The Ashton Company, Inc. and/or any of its representatives or agents and I release all parties involved from any and all liability for any and all damage that may result from providing such information.

I understand that this application is considered current for 90 days. If I wish to be considered for employment after this period I must fill out and submit a new application.

BY SIGNING BELOW I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD AND will abide by THE ABOVE STATEMENTS.

Name (print) ______________________________________

Signature _________________________________________   Date ____________________

The Ashton Company, Inc.

Attn. Human Resources

2727 S. Country Club Rd.

Tucson, AZ  85713

(520) 624-5500

 Confidential Fax (520) 624-8314

Employment Verification / Reference Check / Background Check RELEASE

I, (Printed Name) _____________________________________________________ authorize investigation of all information contained in my application materials.  I understand that the misrepresentation or omission of information requested is cause for dismissal at any time without previous notice.  I hereby give The Ashton Company, Inc. its representatives or agents permission to contact schools, previous employers (unless otherwise indicated), references and others, and release The Ashton Company, Inc. its representatives or agents from any liability as a result of such contact.

I further release all present and former employers, schools, references and all other sources of information from any liability whatsoever for providing good faith information about my school records, job performance, job duties, and work history including but not limited to compensation, duration of employment, reason(s) for termination and eligibility for rehire.

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Signature of Applicant                                         Date

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Witness

The person above has applied with The Ashton Company, Inc. as a ___________________________

Please verify the following information, and correct any missing or inaccurate information.

Former Employer/School: ____________________________________ From: _________ To: ________

Job Duties: ___________________________________________________________________________

If employed as a heavy equipment operator, what type of equipment? _____________________________

Final Pay: _______________ Reason for Leaving: ____________________________________________

Eligible for Rehire:  Y/N (explain) ________________________________________________________ 

Additional comments are greatly appreciated:  _______________________________________________

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Print Your Name__________________________       Signature_______________________________

Your Title________________________________     Date __________________________________

Thank you for your prompt attention. Your response will be kept confidential. When finished, please fax back to (520) 624-8314 at your earliest convenience.