Finishing Roller Operator

Kids for the Future; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Paving Corp. in Virginia seeks a Finishing Roller Operator to achieve smooth asphalt surfaces by operating a finish roller in a fast-paced paving environment.

Responsibilities include operating the roller, coordinating with QA and foreman, and ensuring surface quality. The role requires 1+ year of paving experience and 1 year operating a finishing roller. Hourly pay ranges from $18.00 to $25.00, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of paving or construction experience.
• 1 year experience operating a finishing roller.
• Ability to read safety documents and manuals.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate a finish roller to achieve proper compaction and surface texture.
• Coordinate with QA field technician and foreman to maintain mat quality.
• Monitor asphalt temperature and compaction to prevent defects.
• Inspect and perform basic maintenance on equipment daily.
• Communicate effectively with foremen and crew to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist with jobsite setup, layout, traffic control, and material staging.
• Coach and train others in equipment use and best practices.
• Perform safety checks, use PPE, and report hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Finishing roller operation

Paving experience

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

• Job Category Paving Crew, Equipment Operator, Roller Operator
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

The Finishing Roller Operator is responsible for achieving smooth, consistent, and high-quality asphalt surfaces by operating a finish roller during paving operations. This role requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced construction environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a finish roller to achieve proper compaction, smoothness, and surface texture
• Coordinate with the QA field technician and foreman to maintain consistent mat quality and meet project specification
• Monitor asphalt temperature, roller patterns, and compaction levels to prevent defects.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance by performing routine pre- and post-operation checks, ensuring the roller is clean and in proper working condition, and reporting any mechanical issues in accordance with Superior’s procedures.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, operators, and ground crew to maintain safe and efficient workflow
• Assist with jobsite setup, including layout, traffic control, and staging of materials.
• Ability to coach and train others in equipment use and best practices.
• Perform safety checks, use proper PPE, follow work zone procedures, keep safe distances, report hazards immediately, and maintain a clean, OSHA compliant, hazard free worksite.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 1+ year of paving or construction experience required.
• 1 year experience operating a finishing roller required.
• Strong understanding of paving principles, rolling patterns, mat quality, and compaction processes.
• Ability to read, follow and interpret safety documents, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, plans and grade.
• Reliable transportation.
• Consistently demonstrate the organization’s core values by striving for excellence, fostering partnership, upholding integrity, and showing commitment.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work as part of a team.
• Must maintain constant situational awareness of moving vehicles, heavy machinery, and other hazards inherent to paving and construction operations
• Ability to adhere to Superior policies and other safety regulations.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and nights as required.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds; pull up one’s own body weight; and sit in one position for up to 12 hours per day. It also requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods; tolerate noise, vibration, heat, and outdoor conditions common to paving operations; demonstrate the manual dexterity needed to use hand tools and equipment; and maintain good eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, multi-limb coordination, static strength, and balance

Work is performed outdoors on roadways, construction zones, and active traffic areas, often in hot, cold, or otherwise adverse weather. Employees are regularly exposed to hot asphalt, dust, fumes, loud noise, and vibration from tools and equipment.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $18.00-$25.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and training.

Summary

Superior Paving Corp. has supported Northern Virginia’s transportation infrastructure for 50 years. We’ve recently expanded into Central Virginia, allowing us to serve even more communities across the state. From major highways to local projects, thousands of travelers rely on the work we do every day—and we take pride in doing it safely, reliably, and with the highest quality.

Our work is guided by our E.P.I.C. values: EXCELLENCE in every mile we pave, PARTNERSHIP with our teams and communities, INTEGRITY in how we operate, and COMMITMENT to safety, quality, and improvement. These values guide every decision we make.

But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our missiong is simple: Develop Remarkable Employees .

When you join Superior Paving, you become part of a team rooted in family values, driven by purpose, and committed to building roads-and futures that stand the test of time.

SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. IS PROUD TO BE AN EEO EMPLOYER
MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABLED
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