Asphalt Roller Operator

Baldwin Paving•Marietta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. is seeking experienced Roller Operators for a full-time role. The Roller Operator will safely operate the roller, communicating on the prescribed roller pattern required, maximizing effective rolling width with the proper static or vibratory mode, selection of amplitude and frequency to maintain proper impact per foot for compacting hot mix asphalt or aggregate bases. This position reports to the Site Foreman. Nights and/or weekends may be required in addition to regular day shifts. If you are a self-motivated individual with a desire to grow in your career, this role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements

At least three years of experience as a Roller Operator.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently.
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment-vest, steel-toed boots, helmet.
Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue, and to effectively jump, sprint, or throw an object.
Good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
Ability to quickly move arms and legs.
Ability to sit for an extended period of time and the eye/hand/feet ability and coordination to operate a manual transmission and clutch in both trucks and any other equipment being driven.
Able to climb stairs/ steps and to use handrails to climb and exit the equipment’s raised cab.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work and follow verbal and written instructions.
Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
Report to the assigned job site in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or equivalent is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform machine walk-around inspection daily checking fluid levels, hoses, isolators, drum scrapers, water system, distribution mats and wear components to verify machine is capable of performing safely and productively.
Report deficiencies to Foreman.
Perform pre-shift component check to verify all systems are functioning properly.
Operate the roller in concert selecting the static or vibratory mode with a corresponding amplitude and frequency (VPM) setting appropriate for the mix type and depth.
Safely operate equipment in and among traffic.
Perform manual compaction in areas not accessible to rollers.
Perform long pass, as conditions allow, to minimize the number of reversing locations.
Operate roller to maintain proper impact spacing to meet smoothness requirements.
Proactively communicate with grading, paving or roadwork personnel to monitor speed and adjust as required; effectively communicate with others to make adjustments that may be needed throughout the course of shift.
Perform end-of-day maintenance, clean-up and walk around to ensure mechanical and physical condition of the roller meets company standards.
Adhere to all safety rules.
Other duties as assigned.
Assist with the crew in manual labor when not working as an operator.