Milling Machine Operator (Asphalt)

Fann Contracting, Inc; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Paid life insurance

Vision (optional)

Short-term disability

401(k)

Profit-sharing bonus

Company vehicle

Paid sick time

Direct deposit pay weekly

Job summary

Fann Contracting, Inc. in Northern Arizona is seeking an experienced Highway Asphalt Milling Machine Operator to join our team.

The role will supervise milling crews, safely operate heavy equipment, and support project delivery across the state. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, year‑round hours, a company vehicle when available, and opportunities for career advancement in a family‑owned business with 65 years in heavy civil construction.

Qualifications

• Experience operating milling equipment and leading crews.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR record.
• Ability to safely manage heavy equipment and coordinate with trucking.
• Welding skills for making repairs are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead and train crew members on milling operations.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean MVR record.
• Operate milling machinery and other heavy equipment safely.
• Travel within Arizona to and from jobsites as required.
• Oversee milling projects from start to finish and coordinate daily activities.
• Document issues and complete reports using computer software.

Skills

Milling machine operation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Travel readiness

Tools

Word

Excel

Email communications

Job description

Mill Operator
Fann Contracting, Inc - Northern Arizona’s leading heavy-civil and heavy-highway contractor is searching for an experienced Highway Asphalt Milling Machine Operator to join our team! We offer competitive pay, year-round hours, great benefits, company vehicle and more. Our family-owned 65-year company specializes in mass excavation, rock handling, underground utilities, private and public infrastructure, asphalt paving, aggregate crushing, asphalt hot plant production, and much more. Our projects include public and private entities including ADOT, FHWA, BIA, city and county municipalities, private residential and commercial developments. We are looking for individuals who are committed to excellence and who want to excel and advance their career. This full-time position is open immediately for qualified candidates.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• We offer a substantial benefit package including medical, dental, paid life insurance, optional vision and short-term disability, paid sick time, 401(k) and an end of year profit-sharing bonus program.
• Starting pay depends upon experience but will typically range between $31.05 to $35.15 per hour. Davis Bacon (Federal) wages may be even higher.
• Daily subsistence (TRAVEL PAY) of $75 to $90 may also be available if you travel outside the Prescott area for work (ask for details).
• Pay periods are weekly with direct deposit - use your own bank or ask for a VISA DEBIT PAY CARD (or get both).
• This position may include a company truck.
• Free training classes include OSHA 10-hr. First Aid/CPR, Excavation Safety, Confined Space, Lasers, Grade Checking, Defensive Driving, Eq. Operator and Equipment Safety and much more.

Mill operators at Fann Contracting work throughout the entire state of Arizona and may be required to be on their projects from 4 to 6 days per week depending upon different factors. Overtime is not only possible, it can be frequent due to project needs: subcontractor schedules, delays due to weather, project time limits, type of work being performed, etc. Candidates must have a clean motor vehicle record with no DUI in the past 4 years. Job location and travel times often require the Mill Operator to stay on or near their project 95% of the time.

Responsibilities Include

• Supervise, lead and train crew members on milling operations.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean MVR record.
• Ability to safety operate milling machine and other heavy equipment.
• Travel within Arizona as required to and from jobsites.
• Oversee and execute milling projects from start to finish.
• Plan, Organize, and Coordinate daily activities with Project Superintendent.
• Understand and implement best safety practices as required by company policies.
• Performs maintenance on mill and other machinery to prevent breakdowns.
• Welding skills for making repairs.
• Coordinating with trucking division for milling haul trucks.
• Calculate quantities & time required to complete projects.
• Thoroughly document any issues with equipment, subs etc.
• Make reports and complete paperwork using a computer and software such as word, excel and email etc.
• Set up and prepare milling machinery for mobilization to/from job.

PLEASE NOTE: All positions at Fann Contracting are considered safety sensitive which generally means that these positions involve some aspect of a heightened danger requiring an employee's full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute his or her job. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.