Mill Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking an Asphalt Mill Operator to safely and efficiently operate asphalt milling equipment to remove pavement and prepare surfaces for new asphalt.

You will collaborate with milling, trucking, and paving crews, maintain equipment, inspect milling teeth, and follow project specifications while meeting production schedules. Ideal candidates have experience with heavy equipment, a valid driver's license (CDL preferred), and a strong commitment to safety and quality

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating asphalt milling machines.
• Heavy equipment operating experience required.
• Understanding of asphalt paving operations, grades, elevations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt milling machines to remove pavement at specified depths and widths.
• Monitor grade, slope, and milling patterns.
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on milling equipment.
• Inspect and replace milling teeth as needed.
• Coordinate with truck drivers, ground personnel, and supervisors during milling operations.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety requirements.
• Identify and report equipment issues requiring repair.
• Assist with additional construction activities and labor duties as needed.
• Maintain accurate production and equipment records.
• Work efficiently to meet project schedules and production goals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

CDL preferred

Valid driver's license

Job description

The Asphalt Mill Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating asphalt milling equipment to remove existing pavement and prepare surfaces for new asphalt placement. This position works closely with milling, trucking, and paving crews to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and according to specifications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt milling machines to remove existing pavement at specified depths and widths.
• Monitor and maintain proper grade, slope, and milling patterns.
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on milling equipment.
• Inspect and replace milling teeth as needed.
• Coordinate with truck drivers, ground personnel, and supervisors during milling operations.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all company, OSHA, and project safety requirements.
• Identify and report equipment issues requiring repair.
• Assist with additional construction activities and labor duties as needed.
• Maintain accurate production and equipment records.
• Work efficiently to meet project schedules and production goals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating asphalt milling machines required.
• Heavy equipment operating experience required.
• Understanding of asphalt paving operations, grades, and elevations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and lift throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and noise.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and travel as business needs require.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)