Paving Operator: Asphalt Crew Specialist

Esposito Construction; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) eligibility with company

Dental insurance eligibility

Vision insurance eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

Esposito Construction is seeking an experienced Paving Operator/Laborer to support our crews on projects across New Jersey. You will operate asphalt paving equipment and assist with daily paving tasks on roadways, parking lots, and site work.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, with a proven safety record and ability to work as part of a team near fast-paced schedules. Valid driver's license preferred; OSHA 10/30 preferred; compensation ranges from $25–$40 per hour DOE.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating paving equipment (pavers, rollers, skid steers, loaders).
• Experience on asphalt paving crews strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a team in a fast-paced field environment.
• Physically capable of standing, walking and lifting materials as needed.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate paving equipment such as pavers, rollers, skid steers, loaders.
• Support asphalt paving operations including grading, prepping, placing, and compacting asphalt.
• Work closely with the paving foreman and crew to execute daily paving plans.
• Assist with site preparation, milling coordination, and cleanup as needed.
• Communicate with crew members and supervisors to maintain safe and efficient workflow.
• Help coordinate equipment and materials required for assigned work.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Provide input for daily and weekly job reports.
• Adhere to project timelines and communicate delays or issues proactively.

Skills

Paving equipment operation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Job description

Esposito Construction is seeking an experienced Paving Operator/Laborer to support our crews on projects across New Jersey. You will operate asphalt paving equipment and assist with daily paving tasks on roadways, parking lots, and site work.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, with a proven safety record and ability to work as part of a team near fast-paced schedules. Valid driver's license preferred; OSHA 10/30 preferred; compensation ranges from $25–$40 per hour DOE.