Asphalt Equipment Operator

Preferred Materials; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, a CRH Company, is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our team in Florida. You will operate heavy equipment for road and site work, ensure safety procedures, and support other crew members on paving projects.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and prior construction experience; occasional manual labor and overtime may be involved. We promote safety and a collaborative, performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous construction experience preferred.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment used in road and paving projects.
• Follow OSHA and company policies for safe procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance and report issues to Foreman.
• May shovel asphalt materials and assist with finishing machinery tasks.
• Perform general labor as needed.

Skills

Safety-minded

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID528827-Posted09/14/2026-AMAT-Preferred Materials - Asphalt-Full Time-Production Workers-United States-Florida

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH Southeast Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services. Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Equipment Operator

We are seeking a motivated, safety and career-minded individual to join our teamto work on various pieces of construction equipment whether it involves, grade or pavement work.

Description

The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the Foreman.
• Perform daily pre–and–post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• May perform other duties such as shoveling asphaltic materials and assisting with maintenance of asphalt finishing machine to include adding or removing screed extensions.
• Follow directions of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
• Perform general labor duties when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Requirements

Job requires the following motions: stretching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, walking, standing, reaching and squatting. Requires regular lifting of 25 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Uses tools such as a shovel, asphalt rake and asphalt lute. Walking and standing each occupy approximately 50 percent of the work day. Overtime work is often required. May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather. May be exposed to vehicular traffic. Required riding to and from job sites. The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous related experience in the construction field and/or training.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.