Road Roller Operator — Build Infrastructure & Your Career

Granite Construction; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction is seeking a Road Roller Operator to compact earth fills and subgrades for highways, streets, and runways. You will operate a heavy road roller, read drawings, and follow strict safety standards while achieving the specified grade and surface quality.

The role requires basic education and the ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting. Applicants should be prepared to work in dusty environments and adhere to project instructions and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Read engineering drawings.
• Practice good safety habits.
• Work in dusty or dirty surroundings.
• Follow instructions and meet set standards.
• Judge distances and slopes accurately.
• Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Responsibilities

• Drives heavy rolling machine to compact earth fills and subgrades.
• Operates the road roller with careful speed and control.
• Assesses material compressibility and adjusts operation accordingly.
• Rolls surfaces in overlapping passes to reach grade specifications.
• Alternative designations include Road-Roller Operator, Hot Mix or Diesel-Gas variants.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Safety awareness

Lifting capability

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Granite Construction is seeking a Road Roller Operator to compact earth fills and subgrades for highways, streets, and runways. You will operate a heavy road roller, read drawings, and follow strict safety standards while achieving the specified grade and surface quality.

The role requires basic education and the ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting. Applicants should be prepared to work in dusty environments and adhere to project instructions and safety protocols.