Asphalt Screed Operator - Highway Paving Pro

Amrize; Layhill (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical & Dental Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

HSAs & FSAs

Vision benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a Screed Operator for our Asphalt division in the United States. You will set up, adjust, and operate the screed to achieve precise grades, slopes, and mat thickness on highway and commercial paving projects.

You will read project plans, monitor asphalt flow and temperature, coordinate with paver and roller operators, and perform routine equipment inspections while upholding safety policies.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience operating asphalt screeds on commercial or highway paving projects.
• Daily travel required; must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, profiles and layout markings.
• Commitment to job site safety, traffic control, and adherence to highway paving protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate asphalt screeds to achieve proper grade, slope, and mat thickness on highway paving projects.
• Read and interpret project plans, profiles, and layout markings to ensure precise paving results.
• Monitor asphalt flow, temperature, and placement for consistent quality.
• Coordinate with paver, roller, and lute operators to maintain smooth workflow and production schedules.
• Identify and correct surface irregularities such as bumps, low spots, or uneven compaction.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor troubleshooting as needed.
• Ensure compliance with highway safety regulations, traffic control plans, and job site protocols.

Skills

Screed operation

Plan reading

Quality control

Safety compliance

Daily travel

PPE proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Amrize is seeking a Screed Operator for our Asphalt division in the United States. You will set up, adjust, and operate the screed to achieve precise grades, slopes, and mat thickness on highway and commercial paving projects.

You will read project plans, monitor asphalt flow and temperature, coordinate with paver and roller operators, and perform routine equipment inspections while upholding safety policies.