Asphalt Distributor Operator – Travel & Night Shifts

CRH; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, is seeking a skilled Distributor/Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Kentucky paving crew. The role requires CDL Class B, Hazmat endorsement within 60 days, and prior asphalt paving experience.

Travel and weekend work may be required, with safety and teamwork at the forefront. You will operate distributor and heavy equipment, perform inspections, and assist in training less‑experienced staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years asphalt/road construction exp.
• Must have CDL Class B.
• Hazmat/tanker endorsement within 60 days of hire.
• Prior experience with asphalt paving equipment.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate distributor and heavy equipment used in road/site/highway construction and paving.
• Report problems to your manager.
• Maintain a safe work environment for yourself and co-workers.
• Follow Foreman daily tasks and project-specific expectations.
• Perform minor servicing/maintenance; refer major problems to Foreman.
• Complete pre- and post-inspections with documentation.
• Assist in training less-experienced employees.
• Perfrom general labor duties as needed.
• Understand paving industry aspects: grades, drainage, patterns, aggregate size, and specs.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and follow safety procedures.
• Wear PPE and communicate effectively.

Skills

CDL Class B

Hazmat endorsement

Asphalt paving exp.

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Distributor/heavy equipment operation

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, is seeking a skilled Distributor/Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Kentucky paving crew. The role requires CDL Class B, Hazmat endorsement within 60 days, and prior asphalt paving experience.

Travel and weekend work may be required, with safety and teamwork at the forefront. You will operate distributor and heavy equipment, perform inspections, and assist in training less‑experienced staff.