Asphalt Paver Operator

The Paving Machine Operator's primary function is to operate the asphalt paving machines that lay and finish asphalt. May perform manual labor such as showving, spreading gravel and maintaing equipment. The operator must perform daily maintenance checks and report any mechanical or safety issues to a supervisor. In addition, the operator may be required to perform minor repairs to the equipment and is expected to assist in the general operation of each job site.

Uses specialized machines to spread asphalt over a surface .
• Performs minor routine maintenance on paving machines and other paving equipment and tools.

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to starting work.
• Prior to every use, evaluate the equipment and confirm that the equipment from a mechanical and safety standpoint is ready to use.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pass pre-employment screen and criminal background check
• A valid driver's license and a clean motor-vehicle record
• Previous experience operating a Paver and/or other asphalt equipment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Constantly
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: O
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Constantly
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.