Paving Equipment Operator - Experienced

Sipes Asphalt & Concrete; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sipes Asphalt & Concrete is seeking an experienced Paving Equipment Operator. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of paving processes, adherence to safety regulations, and effective communication on job sites. Candidates should possess both the technical skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Financial support options

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experience operating paving equipment is essential.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and project plans.
• Physical capability to handle the job's demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate paving machines to ensure smooth and level paving.
• Inspect and maintain equipment regularly for optimal performance.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Job description

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Key duties include: Operating paving machines, inspecting equipment, communicating with team members, and adhering to safety regulations.

• Operating Paving Equipment: This includes starting and controlling paving machines, guiding them along forms or guidelines, and operating machine attachments.

• Filling and Loading:Filling tanks or hoppers with paving materials and ensuring a constant flow of materials into the machine.
• Monitoring and Adjusting:Monitoring machine settings and making adjustments to ensure accurate paving thickness and smooth surface finishes.
• Equipment Maintenance:Inspecting paving equipment regularly to ensure it's in proper working condition and performing basic maintenance.
• Safety Compliance:Adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines, including wearing appropriate safety gear and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Communication and Collaboration:Communicating with team members, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure project execution and addressing any issues that may arise.
• Following Project Plans:Adhering to project plans and blueprints to ensure accurate and efficient paving.

Job Summary:

Our people are what makes Sipes Asphalt and Concrete so special. We are searching for an experienced paving equipment operator. Our Paving Equipment Operator is responsible for operating the paver ensuring the paving process is smooth, level, and meets project specifications.

Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods:
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another:
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching:
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions:
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others:
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens:
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment:
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers:
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like:
• Operating machinery and/or power tools:
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment:
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally:

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing:
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds:
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds:
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more:

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures:
• High temperatures:
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind:
• Noisy environments:
• Hazardous conditions:
• Shift work, to include overnight work:
• Frequent overtime, including weekends:
• Office environment:

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.