Asphalt Paving Operator - SWB

Southwest-Barricades; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest-Barricades is seeking an experienced Asphalt Paving Operator in Phoenix, AZ. You will operate asphalt paving equipment, follow paving procedures, and support daily project goals.

The role requires 3–5+ years of relevant experience, ability to work outdoors year-round, and strong teamwork. Flexibility with schedule and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of asphalt paving machine operator experience.
• Ability to understand paving procedures and follow directions from supervisors.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Understand and execute paving procedures to meet project standards.
• Operate the paver safely and perform daily maintenance.
• Set up and adjust flow, screed crown, and grade control as required.
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively with crew and supervisors.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Paver equipment

Job description

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Asphalt Paving Operator - SWB

Full Time Phoenix, AZ, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $36.00 Hourly

Asphalt Paving Operator

Key Duties

• Understand and execute paving procedures while following instructions to meet the standards of the project
• Must follow safe operation of paver
• Must be able to set feed sensors
• Must be able to determine the placement of materials correctly
• Daily maintenance (lubrication), keeping equipment clean, safe pre-start including daily fluid level checks on oil, water and fuel
• Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired
• Visual safety inspection for leaks and damage to machine before operation
• Understand, meet and plan grade cross slope requirements
• Placement of material in front of screed
• Setting of flow
• Ability to operate equipment holding a straight line
• Proper paving speed to match truck delivery
• Adjust screed crown and strike off
• Set up and use automatic grade and slope control
• Understand segregation and how to prevent it due to operation of the paving machine
• General knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems of the paver
• Must be able to work in a team environment safely and successfully
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Qualification Requirements

• General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Asphalt Paving Machine Operator. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Three to Five (3-5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges. Must be able to understand paving procedures.
• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Asphalt Paving Machine Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and carry at least 30 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Asphalt Paving Machine Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule which includes days and nights.