Field Asphalt Screed Operator - Roadway Paving Expert

Francis O Day Co., Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Overtime

4 Paid holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

401k with company contribution

Sick leave

Job summary

Francis O. Day Co. Inc.

is seeking an experienced Screed Operator to support asphalt paving operations. You will control and operate the screed on asphalt pavers to achieve proper mat thickness, width, grade, and surface quality per project specs. This field-based role requires precision, knowledge of screed setup, heaters, vibrators, and grade controls, and close coordination with the paver operator, rakers, rollers, and foreman.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating asphalt paver screeds on roadway or commercial paving projects.
• Strong understanding of screed operation, asphalt behavior, and paving best practices.
• Experience with common screed systems and paver brands (e.g., Blaw-Knox, Cat, Volvo, Dynapac, or similar).
• Ability to read grades, follow paving plans, and maintain tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the paver screed to achieve specified mat thickness, width, grade, and cross-slope.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor screed components including extensions, crown, heaters, vibrators, and grade controls.
• Maintain consistent head of material and coordinate with the paver operator to ensure uniform mat quality.
• Monitor mat appearance, texture, and joints, making real-time adjustments as conditions change.
• Ensure smooth transitions at longitudinal and transverse joints and tie-ins.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections and operator care tasks specific to screed components.
• Communicate clearly with rakers, roller operators, and foremen regarding mat conditions and adjustments.
• Identify screed or equipment issues and report them promptly to supervision or equipment management.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, traffic control requirements, and job site standards.
• Keep the screed area clean, organized, and free of buildup or obstructions.

Skills

Paver screed operation

Read grades

Screed setup and controls

Communication on-site

Tools

Blaw-Knox

Cat

Volvo

Dynapac

Job description

Francis O. Day Co. Inc.

is seeking an experienced Screed Operator to support asphalt paving operations. You will control and operate the screed on asphalt pavers to achieve proper mat thickness, width, grade, and surface quality per project specs. This field-based role requires precision, knowledge of screed setup, heaters, vibrators, and grade controls, and close coordination with the paver operator, rakers, rollers, and foreman.