Equipment Operator

ZipRecruiter; Yuba City (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator to manage paving operations. The role involves operating heavy machinery, ensuring quality control of asphalt, and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates must have significant experience and a strong work ethic. Join a team that values safety and quality in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Financial benefits

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in asphalt paver screed operation.
• Experience with CAT and Carlson screeds.
• Knowledge of grades, slope, and paving electronics.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid loader, screed, and paving machine.
• Ensure consistency of asphalt mat and ride quality.
• Perform daily maintenance on tools.

Skills

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Education

Driver’s license

Traffic Control certification

Tools

CAT screeds

Carlson screeds

Moba electronics

Job description

Job Description

The Equipment Operator's primary function is to operate the skid loader, the screed, and/or the paving machine. The operator will adjust the screed height on the paving machine to ensure proper depth, grade, and finish. The operator is also responsible for ensuring the consistency of the asphalt mat and the overall ride quality of the finished pavement.

1. Operate valves to regulate the flow of material at a specified rate.
2. Signal the paving machine operator to start and stop.
3. Observe the distribution of material over road surfaces to ensure uniform distribution.
4. Turn handwheels to set the angle and depth of the screed.
5. Verify depth specifications of the compacted asphalt using a depth gauge.
6. Perform daily maintenance on tools and ensure all tools are stored properly at the end of each shift.
7. Assist in the general operation of each job site, including:

• Installing/removing auto paving electronics
• Adding/removing screed extensions
• Cleaning excess asphalt off of the paver
• Daily preventative maintenance of paver
• General clean-up around the job site

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential 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.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in asphalt paver screed operation for commercial and DOT paving projects.
• Experience with CAT and Carlson screeds.
• Ability to comply with principles of Total Process Reliability (TPR).
• Driver’s license required; CDL a plus.
• Knowledge of grades, slope, and paving electronics.
• Moba electronic knowledge a plus.
• Traffic Control certification a plus.
• Dependability, willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic required.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving, and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Never
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like: Constantly
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Constantly
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Occasionally

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Constantly
• Shift work, including overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally

Pave America and its companies offer a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, or protected veteran status. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and its companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.