Screed Operator

Granite Construction•Vancouver, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates screed machine to spread and smooth freshly poured concrete or asphalt surfaces. This is a union-represented position. Must be able to operate asphalt, screed, or concrete paver. Ability to operate other paving related equipment as well such as rollers, screed, etc. Must be able to safely perform a number of construction paving duties. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor. Moves levers, depresses pedals, turns handwheels, and pushes throttle to control and guide machine.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Proper certification required
Appropriate training and experience required
Ability to read engineering drawing
Practice good safety habits
Ability to work in dusty or dirty surroundings
Ability to follow instructions and meet set standards
Ability to judge distances and slopes accurately
Ability to make decisions based on verifiable standards
Ability to stoop, bend, and crouch
Ability to use hands, arms, and legs fully
Ability to see well (either naturally or with correction)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Subject to drug and alcohol testing requirements, including but not limited to pre-employment and random testing

Responsibilities

Operate asphalt, screed, or concrete paver
Operate other paving related equipment as well such as rollers, screed, etc.
Safely perform a number of construction paving duties
Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor
Move levers, depress pedals, turn handwheels, and push throttle to control and guide machine

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Special programs for musculoskeletal health
Special programs for mental wellness
Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross (one with 100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans (vests immediately)