Outdoor Asphalt Roller Operator - Team-Driven Impact

VSS International, Inc.; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. in Santa Cruz County is seeking an Equipment Operator – Rubber Tire Roller to support asphalt paving crews.

This outdoors position is contingent upon the project being awarded and involves working on road construction sites with safety as a priority. The ideal candidate is safe, hardworking and team‑oriented, comfortable operating a rubber tire roller, following rolling patterns, monitoring asphalt temperatures, and coordinating with paver and screed operators.

Qualifications

• Must have good communications skills both written and verbal to interact with internal and external drivers and customers.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects utilizing organizational skills and communications skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility regarding timely and accurate completion of work, and a strong commitment to company goals.
• Must be capable of functioning under fast paced stressful working conditions within live traffic
• Prior pavement preservation experience is required

Responsibilities

• Operate rubber tire roller in asphalt paving operations to achieve proper compaction and mat finish.
• Follow rolling patterns, speeds, and sequences as directed by foreman or crew lead.
• Monitor asphalt temperatures and surface conditions to prevent over‑rolling or material displacement.
• Communicate effectively with paver operator, screed operator, and other crew members.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues immediately.
• Maintain roller cleanliness (tires, drums, water systems if equipped).
• Assist with general asphalt crew duties when not operating equipmentFollow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and jobsite procedures.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding equipment, personnel, and traffic control

Skills

Communications skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Live traffic awareness

Pavement preservation experience

Job description

VSS International, Inc. in Santa Cruz County is seeking an Equipment Operator – Rubber Tire Roller to support asphalt paving crews.

This outdoors position is contingent upon the project being awarded and involves working on road construction sites with safety as a priority. The ideal candidate is safe, hardworking and team‑oriented, comfortable operating a rubber tire roller, following rolling patterns, monitoring asphalt temperatures, and coordinating with paver and screed operators.