Milling Equipment Operator — Precision Road Resurfacing

Adams-Construction-Company; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Health Savings Account

Employer paid life/AD&D insurance

Vision

Employer paid short term disability

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Adams Construction Company in Virginia is seeking an Equipment Operator for its milling crew. You will safely operate milling machines and related equipment to grind and remove old asphalt surfaces, achieving precise depths and grades.

The role includes daily maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration with the crew to maintain workflow. The position requires readiness for overtime, nights, and weekends, with an emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and following directions.

Qualifications

• Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required.
• Proven experience operating heavy machinery, specifically asphalt milling equipment.
• Ability to read project plans and understand grade control.
• Possesses a strong work ethic, teamwork and respect to all individuals.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, have an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation.
• Candidates must be able to work overtime, nights, and weekends, as projects demand.
• C andidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test as well as random tests if selected during employment.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate milling machines, skid steer, and/or broom manipulating hand or foot levers to control speed, depth, and cutting patterns.
• Site Preparation & Execution: Set up and adjust controls to meet project specifications, ensuring accurate grade and alignment.
• Maintenance: Perform daily inspections, greasing, and maintenance of the milling drum, conveyors, and teeth to ensure proper working condition.
• Coordination: Collaborate with the crew, guide dump trucks for loading, and ensure efficient workflow.
• Work productively and safely to meet production goals.
• Constantly be aware of hazards, people and/or vehicles in surrounding area and work zone.
• Willing and able to follow verbal instructions.
• Fully complete the end of the week equipment report accurately and timely.
• Assist with cleaning, handwork or any additional needs necessary to complete the job.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Grade control reading

Teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Asphalt milling equipment

Job description

Adams Construction Company in Virginia is seeking an Equipment Operator for its milling crew. You will safely operate milling machines and related equipment to grind and remove old asphalt surfaces, achieving precise depths and grades.

The role includes daily maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration with the crew to maintain workflow. The position requires readiness for overtime, nights, and weekends, with an emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and following directions.