Equipment Operator – Asphalt Division

Elcor Construction, Inc.; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Elcor Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator - Asphalt to join our Rochester, MN team. You will operate asphalt paving equipment, assist the crew, and help ensure quality mat and grade on projects.

The role requires at least 2 years of asphalt paving experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to meet deadlines. We value reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to work early and stay late when needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heavy equipment and their uses.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Safety-minded with ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Hit grade and maintain mat quality with foreman/crew.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow all safety procedures and jobsite protocols.
• Support the crew and work as a team.
• Note: compensation ranges from $30–$45 per hour based on experience.
• Demonstrate strong work ethic and reliability.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Meet deadlines

Safety aware

Reliability

Job description

We believe great projects are built by great people. We're looking for an experienced Equipment Operator - Asphalt to join our growing team. If you take pride in your work, care about quality, and understand that production and safety go hand in hand - we want to talk to you.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work closely with the foreman and crew to hit grade and maintain proper mat quality
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Follow all safety procedures and jobsite protocols
• Support the crew wherever needed - we work as a team
• Competitive pay based on experience ($30-$45)
• Strong team culture
• Steady work
• A company that values integrity, responsibility, and teamwork

Qualifications and Skills

• 2 years of experience as a Asphalt Paving operations preferred.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and their uses
• A team player who works well with others
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and creativity required.
• Must be self-motivated, calm under pressure, and consistently able to meet deadlines.
• Strong awareness of surroundings and jobsite safety
• Reliable, accountable, and team-oriented
• Willingness to show up early and stay late when the job requires it

Elcor Construction is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.