Asphalt Operator

Pavement Services Corporation enjoys an outstanding reputation which is rooted in its values and principles. Every employee is expected to live and work consistent with The Golden Rule in all relationships. Practice consistent work life balance and giving back to our community. Responsibilities: Operate machines that spread, smooth, level, or steel reinforce stone, concrete, or asphalt on road beds. Observe distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow, and indicate low spots for workers to add material Light burners or start heating units of machines, and regulate screed temperatures and asphalt flow rates. Inspect, Clean, & Maintain equipment, using mechanics’ hand tools, or report malfunctions to the PSC Mechanics Shop Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundations forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications. Start machine, engage clutch, and push and move levers to guide machine along forms or guidelines, and to control the operation of machine attachments. Fill tanks, hoppers, or machines with paving materials. Set up and tear down equipment. Coordinate Truck Dumping. Removes old pavement and prepares surface for repaving including the use of pneumatic tools. Prepares surface for asphaltic mixture by "painting". Shovels, rakes, spreads hot asphaltic material in the repair or resurfacing of streets. Compacts & smooths asphaltic patches by rolling. Operates asphalt kettle and / or automatic emulsion spray rake and tool heater. Places and removes barricades and cleans up job site upon completion of work Attending Monthly safety meetings Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience in Construction working with asphalt focused projects 3 to 5 years of experience operating skid steer, mill, grater, and roller Knowledge and experience with Cold planer is a plus! Knowledge of using tools, materials, and equipment used in asphalt pavement resurfacing activities (such as pot operation, patch painting, shoveling, and rolling asphaltic mixtures) Knowledge of basic safety practices required for safe use of tools, materials, and equipment. Able to lift, stand and walk for long periods of time Understand and follow oral instructions; communicate with supervisors, co-workers, and office staff Willingness to travel 50 – 100% Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pavement Services