Paving Operator: Asphalt & Heavy Equipment Pro

Delaware Valley Paving Inc; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Valley Paving is seeking an experienced Paving Operator to join our field operations team. The Paving Operator will safely operate paving and heavy construction equipment while supporting asphalt paving operations on commercial, municipal, and other construction projects.

The ideal candidate has asphalt paving experience, can operate multiple equipment types, and understands safety, quality, production, and teamwork in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment in asphalt paving, sitework, roadway construction, or related construction environment preferred.
• Experience operating paving equipment strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely operate one or more pieces of heavy construction equipment.
• Basic understanding of asphalt paving operations and construction jobsite procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to safety.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as project schedules require.
• Ability to travel to various job sites as needed.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate paving and construction equipment, including pavers, rollers, skid steers, loaders, excavators, backhoes and other equipment as assigned.
• Support asphalt placement, grading, compaction, material movement, and general paving operations.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain equipment in clean and safe operating condition.
• Follow equipment operating procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Report equipment damage or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Assist with all phases of asphalt paving operations and site preparation.
• Work with foremen, superintendents, laborers, truck drivers, and other operators to maintain production.
• Follow project specifications, grades, elevations, and paving depths.
• Assist with handwork and general labor when equipment use is not required.
• Support jobsite setup, cleanup, and traffic control activities as needed.
• Stay aware of surrounding personnel and conditions at all times.
• Help ensure work meets Delaware Valley Paving quality standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Paving equipment

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Outdoor work

OT availability

Travel to sites

Driver's license

Job description

Delaware Valley Paving is seeking an experienced Paving Operator to join our field operations team. The Paving Operator will safely operate paving and heavy construction equipment while supporting asphalt paving operations on commercial, municipal, and other construction projects.

The ideal candidate has asphalt paving experience, can operate multiple equipment types, and understands safety, quality, production, and teamwork in a fast-paced construction environment.