Asphalt Roller Operator

KRC Corporation • Cheyenne, WY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Knife River is looking for a dependable Roller Operator to join our team! JOB SUMMARY Responsible to assist in safe operation of heavy rolling equipment to compact earth fills, subgrades, flexible base and bituminous surface to grade specifications preparatory to construction of highways, streets and runways. This is a full-time seasonal position.

Requirements

• 1-2 Years of Roller Operating experience required.
• Knowledge of construction and acceptable interpersonal communication skills.
• Roller equipment operation and maintenance knowledge.
• Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
• Safely and properly perform maintenance on roller.
• Safely and properly operate roller equipment.
• Safely operate roller in successive overlapping passes over surfaces to be compacted, rolling asphalt to desired compaction and smoothness.
• Ability to communicate with supervisor and testing technician about mat compaction efforts.
• Assist with dumping trucks and keeping load counts.
• Help clean curb and gutter areas.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers (verbal, listening, written).
• Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer and co-worker relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.).
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, WYDOT, and Knife River safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Assist in loading and unloading equipment for transport, including load securement.
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts that include days, nights, and weekends and occasionally out of town.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• COMPANY PAID medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
• Paid Holidays after 30 days
• Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed