Construction Asphalt Roller Operator - Harrisburg, PA

Oldcastle Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Asphalt Roller Operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating heavy machinery to ensure the smooth and precise application of asphalt and gravel. You will be responsible for adhering to safety regulations while performing essential duties that contribute to high-quality paving projects. As part of a collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and make a significant impact in the construction field. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge and want to be part of a respected company in the industry, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience preferred in operating heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to spread, smooth, level, and compact asphalt and gravel.
• Ensure finished surface meets customer requirements and safety standards.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Adhering to safety regulations

Team collaboration

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Asphalt roller

Hand roller

Job description

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview
The Asphalt Roller Operator will be responsible for operating machines to spread, smooth, level, and compact asphalt and gravel to job specifications. Drives heavy rolling machine to compact earth fills, subgrade, streets, and runways. Moves levers, depresses pedals, turns handwheels, and pushes throttle to control and guide the machine. Operators will be asked to perform other duties associated with paving crews as part of team operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to and follow all safety rules and regulations of MSHA/OSHA/DOT and Pennsy Supply, Inc.
• Conduct daily safety assignments (area inspections, pre-shifts, JSA’s, TRACK, etc).
• Move levers, depress pedals, turn handwheels, and push throttle to control and guide the machine.
• Drive the machine in successive overlapping passes over the surface to be compacted.
• Determine speed and direction of the machine based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures to avoid forming ridges by excessive pressure.
• Push hand roller and pound surface using hand tamp or guide portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.
• Ensure that the finished surface meets the requirements of the customer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must submit to a drug screen and criminal background check.
• Able to work various times during day, night, or weekend hours as needed.

Education/Experience

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience preferred.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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