Asphalt Crew

Burgess Civil•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Asphalt Screed Operator operates and controls the screed on an asphalt paver to achieve the specified mat thickness, grade, slope, and smoothness. The role is critical to final pavement quality and requires precision, teamwork, and accountability. The operator also maintains screed components and supports overall crew performance. The position involves working at construction job sites around moving equipment, traffic, dust, noise, and hot asphalt materials. Frequent travel between project locations may be required. The role requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds, and may involve extended hours and overtime.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience (required).
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work extended hours, including overtime when required.
Ability to work at construction sites with exposure to moving equipment, traffic, dust, noise, and hot asphalt materials.
Frequent travel between project locations may be required.

Responsibilities

Operate and control the screed to maintain specified mat thickness, grade, and slope.
Adjust screed extensions, crown, and angle of attack in response to paving conditions.
Monitor asphalt flow across the screed and correct segregation or uneven distribution.
Check grade and surface smoothness using hand tools and visual alignment.
Assist with head-of-mat adjustments, joints, and transitions.
Perform daily inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance of screed components.
Coordinate with the paver operator, roller operators, and foreman to maintain quality and pace.
Follow safety policies and job-site regulations, use required PPE, and promote a safety-first culture.
Assist with handwork, cleanup, and rolling coordination as needed.
Care for equipment and promptly report mechanical or performance issues.
Maintain punctuality, consistent attendance, job-site readiness, professionalism, focus, and attention to detail.