Asphalt Roller Operator

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades, flexible base, and bituminous surface to grade specifications preparatory to construction of highways, streets, and runways.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Moves levers, depresses pedals, turns hand wheels, and pushes throttle to control and guide machine. Drives machine in successive overlapping passes over surface to be compacted. Determines speed and direction of machine, based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures, so that ridges are not formed by excessive pressure. Pushes hand roller and pounds surfaces, using hand tamp, or guides portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.

REQUIREMENTS:

Workers should be able to: Practice good safety habits; Read engineering drawing; Work in dusty or dirty surroundings; Follow instructions and meet set standards; Judge distances and slopes accurately; and make decisions based on verifiable standards. Physically, workers must be able to: Stoop, bend, and crouch; Use hands, arms, and legs fully; See well (either naturally or with correction); and lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Completion of on the job training or relevant previous work experience required.

Drug free. EEO Employer. Minority/Female/Veterans/Handicapped/GINA.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay
• Yearly bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Paving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person