Asphalt Screed Operator

Location

Wilson, NC | United States

Job description

JOB LOCATION: Wilson/Greenville, NC and surrounding areas

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Asphalt paving crew in need of an asphalt screed operator. Candidate will operate the screed on the asphalt paving machine to level the hot mix to the right thickness and evenness in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, highways, parking lots, and other large site jobs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Asphalt Screed Operator

1. Prior experience operating the screed on an asphalt paving machine preferred
2. Operator will control material taken into the paver and the depths of material distributed through the machine
3. 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.
4. The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
5. Setup screed electronics in conjunction with the paver operator
6. Match all paver joints and maintain consistency
7. Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in roads, highways, and residential and commercial construction projects; perform manual work in preparing surfaces for paving
8. Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, rakes, or related equipment.
9. Observe distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow, and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
10. Conduct documented pre-shift inspections of equipment for safety and mechanical defects.
11. Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
12. Some out of town overnight stays may be required.
13. Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to and or audio signals from crew members.
14. Learn and follow safety regulations.
15. Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
16. Perform necessary work while complying with all company policies and procedures.
17. Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
18. Must have regular and predictable attendance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Some high school; high school or GED preferred.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience operating an screed/jack on the back of a paver.
• Must have knowledge of all aspects asphalt paving.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license with a clean MVR is required.

HEAVY PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

EOE. Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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