Asphalt Distributor Operator: Paving & Roadway Specialist

Texas Materials - Gulf Coast Area; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials - Gulf Coast Area is seeking a skilled Oil Distributor Operator to join our paving and roadway construction team. The role operates asphalt distributor trucks to apply emulsions, tack coats, and related products, supporting surface preparation and high-quality paving operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of construction equipment experience, with strong knowledge of asphalt paving and roadway practices, and a keen safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating construction equipment.
• Previous experience operating an asphalt distributor truck strongly preferred.
• Experience in asphalt paving, roadway construction, or heavy highway projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an asphalt distributor truck to apply prime coat, tack coat, seal coat, and other liquid asphalt products.
• Perform accurate application of materials according to project specifications and production requirements.
• Monitor spray bar systems, application rates, temperatures, and coverage to ensure quality results.
• Coordinate with paving crews, truck drivers, foremen, and project managers to maintain efficient operations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment and complete required documentation.
• Operate valves, pumps, spray bars, and related equipment safely and effectively.
• Monitor material levels and assist with loading and unloading asphalt products.
• Maintain distributor truck and equipment in a clean and operational condition.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Texas Materials - Gulf Coast Area is seeking a skilled Oil Distributor Operator to join our paving and roadway construction team. The role operates asphalt distributor trucks to apply emulsions, tack coats, and related products, supporting surface preparation and high-quality paving operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of construction equipment experience, with strong knowledge of asphalt paving and roadway practices, and a keen safety mindset.