Asphalt Paving Machine Operator

Hubbard•Orlando, FL

67d•Onsite

About The Position

An Asphalt Paving Machine Operator is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below. An Asphalt Paving Machine Operator typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the work flow dictates.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily.
This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Asphalt Paving Machine Operator.
A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
Three to Five (3-5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
Must be able to understand paving procedures.
Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and carry at least 30 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).
Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
Must be able to work flexible schedule which includes days and nights.

Responsibilities

Understand and execute paving procedures while following instructions to meet the standards of the project
Must follow safe operation of paver
Must be able to set feed sensors
Must be able to determine the placement of materials correctly
Daily maintenance (lubrication), keeping equipment clean, safe pre-start including daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel
Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order
Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired
Visual safety inspection for leaks and damage to machine before operation
Understand, meet and plan grade cross slope requirements
Placement of material in front of screed
Setting of flow
Ability to operate equipment holding a straight line
Keep equipment clean
Proper paving speed to match truck delivery
Adjust screed crown and strike off
Set up and use automatic grade and slope control
Understand segregation and how to prevent it due to operation of the paving machine
General knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems of the paver
Must be able to work in a team environment safely and successfully
Other duties as assigned