Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operator jobs in Wilmington, NC

Job Description Summary

Crew member essential to application of asphalt on highways/private roadways/parking lots/driveways operating screed controls. This is a highly skilled position.

Requirements

• Operator on the asphalt paver making normal adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section of asphalt material via screed extensions
• Must partner with other crew members to apply asphalt per plan specifications and perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to insure daily schedules/estimates are met
• Properly follow all Company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman
• Attendance required according to Company Attendance Policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level
• Attitude/cooperation: always maintaining courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers and public.
• Must be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county work may be required
• Ability to follow Traffic Control instructions and practice safety standards per Company Safety Policy requirements Must adhere to PPE (personal protective equipment) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition as supplied by company
• May perform other related duties such as adding or removing screed extensions
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion
• May be required to use power and/or hand tools needed to complete jobs within specifications
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours
• Requires riding to and from job sites. If operating company vehicle, employee must meet Driver Qualification Standard.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Ability to withstand physical demands associated with heavy highway construction
• Must be able to adapt and work in extreme weather temperatures
• May be required to use the following tools: brooms, pick, brush hook, hammer, saw, pneumatic hammer/drill, plate tamp, concrete saw, sledge hammer, as well as, other tools needed to complete jobs within specifications
• The following motions will be required: stretching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, walking, standing, reaching and squatting - these will occupy most of work day
• May require lifting from 25-100 lbs.
• Will be exposed to extremes of heat or cold weather.
• Must be able to pass background check for military base access
• Must pass drug screen
• Current drivers license is a plus
• The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Two years or more related experience required
• Ability to operate screed with attention to detail and emphasis on craftsmanship/ride ability
• Ability to operate Topcon electronic controls, a plus.

Job Benefits

• Highly competitive pay
• Full Time hourly position
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Multiple locations