Asphalt Paving Machine Operator

Northeast Paving • Pittsburgh, PA

70d

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

• 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 have knowledge of and be able to understand paving procedures

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 screed 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
• Understand the head of material for the screed
• Setting of flow
• Ability to be a leader
• 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
• Understanding methods of paving to prevent segregation
• General knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems of the paver
• Must be able to work in a team environment safely and successfully
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees