Asphalt Paver Screed Operator - Savannah, GA

Reeves Construction Company; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in infrastructure growth is seeking an experienced Asphalt Paver Screed Operator in Savannah, GA. This role emphasizes safety and requires adjusting screed height for proper asphalt depth and finish. The ideal candidate will lead a crew, maintain paving equipment, and operate machinery safely. With a commitment to high standards of safety and ethics, this company offers competitive pay and benefits, including paid holidays and a 401(k) plan. If you are ready to contribute to exciting projects in a dynamic work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Insurance Options

Short-Term Disability

401(k) Plans

Qualifications

• Must perform all duties satisfactorily and be at least 18 years old.
• 1-3 months related experience or training is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up paver screed and lay uniform thickness of asphalt.
• Lead crew and maintain paving equipment.

Skills

Paver Screed Operation

Safety Awareness

Leadership

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reeves Construction Company, a subsidiary of Colas USA operating across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri, and Arkansas, has been a key player in infrastructure growth since 1923. Reeves specializes in heavy civil highway and site development construction, focusing on roadway, airport, bridge, and military markets. The company emphasizes safety, ethics, and performance. To learn more, visit www.reevescc.com.

Colas USA offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, career advancement, professional education, and extensive training. We uphold high standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethics, and strive to grow through innovation, technology, and vertical integration. Visit www.colasusa.com to learn more about the Colas USA family.

Mission

Reeves Construction Company seeks an experienced Asphalt Paver Screed Operator based in Savannah, GA. The role requires a strong focus on safety. The primary responsibility is to adjust the screed height to ensure proper depth, grade, and finish, and to maintain consistency and ride quality of the asphalt pavement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up paver screed correctly and lay a uniform thickness.
• Maintain knowledge of paver screed operation (speed, material flow, straight lines).
• Lead the crew effectively.
• Maintain and clean paving equipment.
• Work nights and weekends as needed.
• Operate equipment safely and consistently.

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

Qualifications: Must be able to perform all duties satisfactorily. Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabilities.

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; 1-3 months related experience/training or equivalent.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and write routine reports.

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense instructions; solve problems involving concrete variables.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: Climb onto equipment, operate for hours, withstand vibrations/noise, manual tasks, lift up to 60 pounds, and have good vision and hearing.

Work Environment: Exposure to moving parts, weather, fumes, noise, and potentially hazardous conditions. Noise level is usually very loud.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive pay, paid holidays, vacation, insurance options, short-term disability, and 401(k) plans. This organization participates in E-Verify and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Colas Inc. and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. For accommodations, contact Colas at 973-290-9082 or [e-mail].