Operate paving machine and/or screed used for applying asphalt to roadbeds, parking lots, airport runways, taxiways, and driveways.
Key Responsibilites:
Operate asphalt paver and or screed to apply asphalt per plan and quality specifications as instructed by crew superintendent to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met. Also, must perform additional tasks of other positions as needed and instructed by foreman.
Familiar with Caterpillar and Weiler.
Screed operation on the asphalt paver involves making normal adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section of asphalt material via screed controls.
Ability to operate or initiative to learn to operate other equipment required on an asphalt crew.
May oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to the equipment.
Ability to operate asphalt paver/screed within designated area with attention to detail and emphasis on craftsmanship.
Ability to guide and direct dump trucks while backing up to machine hopper when operating paver.
Manipulates hand or foot levers to control movements of machine spreads and levels asphalt on subgrade of highway and related surfaces such as parking lots, streets, etc.
Thorough understanding of all aspects of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.
Desired Skills/Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience operating asphalt paver screed controls
Understanding of grade and slope requirements
Good eye for detail and quality finish
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed
Strong focus on safety and adherence to company safety policies
Physical ability to perform job duties in various weather conditions
Teamwork-oriented with excellent communication skills
