Equipment Operator - Roller, Paver, Skid Steer and Milling Equipment (Phoenix, AZ)

sunlandasphalt; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(K) match

Work/Life Balance

Health benefits

Safety culture

Job summary

Sunland Asphalt seeks an experienced Equipment Operator for roller, paver, skid steer and milling equipment to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. You will operate and maintain heavy equipment on asphalt projects, coordinating with crews and foremen to meet production goals.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and strong communication with contractors and customers; Sunland offers competitive pay, benefits, and a path for growth within a safety‑focused culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year related equipment operating experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write English preferred.
• Willingness to travel to all job sites as needed.
• FMCSA English proficiency requirements for CDL drivers may apply to relevant roles.

Responsibilities

• Operate roller and other heavy equipment on asphalt projects.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment and machinery.
• Coordinate with foreman, subcontractors, and vendors to complete work.
• Represent Sunland at the job site and provide excellent service to customers.
• Keep the job site clean and organized daily.
• Follow safety policies and participate in safety meetings and trainings.

Skills

Equipment operation

Roller operation

Paver operation

Skid steer operation

Milling equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUNLAND ASPHALT

Sunland Asphalt and Construction, LLC. is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator - Roller, Paver, Skid Steer and Milling Equipmentto join our growing team.

Sunland is a leading asphalt solutions provider and general contractor known for delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and innovation to its customers. With a reputation built on decades of combined industry expertise, we specialize in a full range of services, including commercial and residential paving, maintenance and repair, sealcoating, milling, and large‑scale infrastructure projects.

WHY JOIN SUNLAND?

• Competitive salary
• 401(K) match after 30 days of employment
• Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision
• Award Winning Peers & Projects
• A Foundation Built on Safety

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Operators perform a variety of physical tasks to include operating the roller and other heavy equipment and machinery for applying asphalt products as defined by each job/project.

Looking for Roller, Skid Steer, Paver, and Milling Operators. Please list all equipment experience in your application/resume.

• Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
• Operate the roller and other heavy equipment for paving projects/jobs.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment and machinery.
• Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
• Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
• Work on the ground as needed.
• Must work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
• Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
• Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• Works in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
• Must be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with other equipment operators, truck drivers and general laborers.
• Invoke Sunland's Core Values.
• Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
• May set up and tear down equipment.
• Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day.
• Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheel barrels, etc.
• Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
• Any and all duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak read and write English is preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to any and all jobsite without exception (including staying away from home if necessary.)
• Drivers: Must meet FMCSA English proficiency requirements under 49 CFR §391.11(b)(2), including the ability to read and speak English, understand highway signs, respond to official inquiries, and make required entries on reports and records. To ensure Sunland Asphalt complies with this federal mandate, all 10K-CMV and CDL drivers will be required to complete and pass an English proficiency assessment.
• A current driver's license is preferred.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Sunland Asphalt is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer