Asphalt Roller Operator

Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is seeking a Roller Operator to safely operate, maintain and repair asphalt rollers on active Tampa job sites. You will follow established procedures, coordinate with foremen, and contribute to achieving density and quality goals.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health and wellness program, direct deposit, paid vacation and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper techniques and methods including timing, pinching joints, stopping angles, proper watering of rolls and wheels, etc.
• Avoid excessive starting and stopping
• Match roller speed to layout speed
• Participate in establishing and continues an effective rolling pattern until conditions, or density require change
• Must keep shop informed of operating deficiencies
• Must perform daily maintenance and lubrication
• Must keep roller clean on a daily basis
• Must be on the job troubleshooter and communicate with the shop to find solutions to problems
• Assist the mechanic and perform mechanical repairs possible using standard tools and supplies kept on the job (hydraulic leaks, loose belts, tighten chains and belts, minor fuel problems, etc.)
• Make sure roller’s weights are as directed by the Foreman
• All necessary compaction equipment is on the job and ready to go
• Must check out equipment each day

Job description

Our Roller Operators are responsible for the safe and proper operation, maintenance and repairs, and proper roller setup. We require that they be committed to the total Ajax team effort by contributing to the proper completion of the work as directed by Foreman.

Responsibilities

Proper Operation of Roller

• Follow proper techniques and methods including timing, pinching joints, stopping angles, proper watering of rolls and wheels, etc.
• Avoid excessive starting and stopping
• Match roller speed to layout speed
• Participate in establishing and continues an effective rolling pattern until conditions, or density require change

Proper Maintenance and Repair

• Must keep shop informed of operating deficiencies
• Must perform daily maintenance and lubrication
• Must keep roller clean on a daily basis
• Must be on the job troubleshooter and communicate with the shop to find solutions to problems
• Assist the mechanic and perform mechanical repairs possible using standard tools and supplies kept on the job (hydraulic leaks, loose belts, tighten chains and belts, minor fuel problems, etc.)

Proper Setup of Compaction Equipment for the Job

• Make sure roller’s weights are as directed by the Foreman
• All necessary compaction equipment is on the job and ready to go
• Must check out equipment each day

Benefits

Ajax offers competitive pay and has excellent benefits; comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health and wellness program, direct deposit, paid vacation and holidays.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL

• Enforce all rules listed in the Ajax employee handbook
• Ensure all Ajax quality standards are met
• Insure adherence to all federal, state, local and Ajax Safety and Environmental rules and regulations

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Field operation - Work is exposed to outdoor conditions, noise and heat
• Ability to work days, nights and weekends as required

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this position include sitting, standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, trunk movements, lifting a minimum of 45 lbs., carrying, pushing/pulling, low-level work, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking.

Character Requirements

• Self-motivated
• Ability to work well with subordinates, peers, and supervisors
• Ambitious

ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY

• Reporting to work on time, after lunch, and not leaving early unless authorized
• Always providing proper notification and advance notice of absence
• Not abusing or taking advantage of personal days off
• Performing other duties as may be required