Roller Operator

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Position Description

Job Summary: A Roller Operator uses either rollers or drums to compress/compact dirt, aggregate or blacktop.

Assignment to this position presumes the operation of such equipment as a regular assignment. Operators may assist in loading and unloading of trucks and using hand tools as related to the project.

May function as a lead worker, on a limited basis.

Essential Functions, skills and abilities:

• Safely operates roller to compress/compact dirt, aggregate, or blacktop to achieve the specified grading and smooth surface.
• Determines speed and direction of roller based on knowledge of compressible material to achieve a smooth grade and/or surface.
• Operate heavy, motorized equipment.
• Perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices.
• Follow safety regulations and remove and minimize potential hazards.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure any needed repairs are made.
• Report complex mechanical problems for shop repairs.

Position Requirements

Working Conditions:

• Must travel from site to site.
• Exposure to Dust
• Loud Noises
• Work in inclement weather conditions.

Physical Condition:

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities such as: heavy lifting and climbing, operating motorized equipment and vehicles, work in confined spaces, work at heights, work around heavy construction equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PALMETTO CORP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is PALMETTO CORP's policy to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age or disability. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity. All current employees are encouraged to refer minority and women recruits for employment whenever hiring opportunities are available.