Asphalt Milling Machine Operator - Hampton Roads

Branscome Companies Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Branscome Companies Inc. in Hampton, Virginia, is seeking an Asphalt Milling Machine Operator. The successful candidate will operate an asphalt milling machine for resurfacing highways and parking lots, ensuring a safe work environment and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualified candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Milling Machine Operator. Strong communication skills and safety commitment are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Milling Machine Operator preferred.
• Must be able to work day or night shift depending on operational needs.
• Overtime work required.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt milling machine to mill asphalt for resurfacing.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies.
• Properly manipulate levers to control machine movement.
• Guide and direct dump trucks while backing up to the machine.

Skills

Effective communication and organization skills

Strong commitment to safety

Ability to work in various conditions

Ability to work effectively in a team

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Title: AsphaltMilling Machine Operator

Department: Hampton Roads

Reports to: Paving Supervisor

Major Role and Purpose

Operate asphalt milling machine to mill asphalt for use in resurfacing highways, roadways, parking lots, etc.

Description of Duties

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Properly manipulate hand or foot levers to control movement of milling machine.
• Guide and direct dump truck(s) while backing up to machine conveyor.
• Position and secure work pieces on machines, using holding devices, measuring instruments, hand tools and hoists.
• Verify alignment of work pieces on machines, using measuring instruments such as rules, gauges, or calipers.
• Observe milling machine operation and adjust controls to ensure conformance with specified tolerances.
• Must work day or night shift depending on operational needs.
• Overtime work required.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned by supervisor.

Education

• High School Diploma / GED

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Milling Machine Operator preferred.

Skills Required

• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to work safely in various conditions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Physical Demands

• Job requires motions: climbing, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, vibrating, and reaching.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime work required.
• Potential exposure to extremes of hot or cold weather.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. We provide reasonable accommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online application process. Discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic is prohibited.