Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator

Yates Construction; Byram (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction in Byram, MS is seeking an Asphalt Paver Operator to operate paving machinery safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience and the physical stamina to lift heavy loads and work outdoors.

This role involves maneuvering the paver, coordinating with trucks, and adhering to strict safety regulations. Candidates with a CDL and strong technical knowledge of paving patterns are preferred. Yates Construction offers equal opportunities to all applicants.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in heavy equipment or paving industry.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and stand/walk for long shifts.
• A commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver the paver to ensure proper mat thickness.
• Align paver with dump trucks for continuous asphalt flow.
• Perform pre-shift safety inspections and machine cleaning.
• Communicate with crew using hand signals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Paving industry knowledge

Physical stamina

Technical knowledge of paving patterns

Job description

Job Title: Asphalt Paver Operator

Location: Byram, MS

Description

An Asphalt Paver Operator is a skilled heavy equipment professional who safely drives, controls, and monitors the paving machine. They are responsible for evenly spreading and leveling hot‑mix asphalt to exact grades, thicknesses, and widths across highways, streets, and parking lots.

Core Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Maneuver the paver in a straight line while controlling the screed (auger, hopper, and temperature) to ensure proper mat thickness and eliminate joints or voids.
• Truck Coordination: Align and ease the paver forward while safely pushing dump trucks to maintain a continuous, uninterrupted flow of asphalt into the hopper.
• Maintenance: Perform pre‑shift safety inspections, lubricate moving parts, and clean the machine after use to prevent asphalt buildup.
• Crew Communication: Work closely with the Screed Operator, Dump Man, and Foreman using hand signals to communicate project needs and hazards.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce work zone safety, direct traffic, and wear required personal protection equipment (PPE) while working in extreme outdoor conditions.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: Usually requires 2‑5 years of heavy equipment or paving industry experience.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to repetitively lift over 50 lbs and stand or walk for long shifts in hot and humid environments.
• Certifications: A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is often preferred for hauling equipment to and from job sites.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of computerized cross‑slope controls, paving patterns, and construction material requirements.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to complete a pre‑employment drug screen with a “Negative” result.
• Must be able to complete a post‑offer physical with a “Capable” result.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Be willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Experience preferred.

Work Environment

This role operates in both office and active construction site environments. Candidate must be able to perform site walks, attend field meetings, and ensure on‑site safety and compliance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, in accordance with federal and state law requirements. Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at all of its facilities.