Asphalt Milling Machine Operator

Oldcastle Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled operator for asphalt milling equipment. This role involves ensuring safety compliance while operating machinery and assisting the construction crew with various tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the paving industry and a commitment to maintaining equipment. Join a diverse and inclusive culture that values growth and development, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready for a challenging yet fulfilling opportunity, apply today and take the first step towards a brighter future.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Prior experience with asphalt milling/paving equipment is essential.
• Understanding of paving industry details such as grades and drainage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment following all safety policies.
• Assist construction crew with various duties including shoveling and raking.

Skills

Asphalt milling

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machine

Power broom

Jackhammer

Job description

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH South 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.

This is a highly skilled position involving the control and operation of milling machine. Experience with milling equipment/highway equipment preferred. Other duties to include operating a power broom, running grade control on milling machine, and flagging, and laboring when needed.

Job Description Summary

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

1. Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
2. Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
3. Report any problems to your manager.
4. Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling, raking, and running wheelbarrow.
5. Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
6. Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
7. May be called upon to run small power tools such as jackhammer.
8. Dig, spread and level construction materials.
9. Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.
10. Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Prior experience with asphalt milling/paving equipment.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Thorough understanding of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.
• The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related asphalt and road construction experience.

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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

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

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