Roadway Asphalt Paver & Screed Operator

Blythe Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Vacation & Holiday Pay

Parental Leave

Maternity Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Blythe Construction is seeking a skilled Screed Operator to join our asphalt paving crew in Charlotte, NC. You will operate the paver screed, adjust depth and grade, and work with teammates to meet project specs and schedules.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of road/bridge experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong safety awareness. Overtime and travel may be required; you must follow traffic control and PPE policies.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience in roads/highways/bridges.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate with job-site supervisors.
• Knowledge of construction signals for equipment operation.
• Physical ability to lift 50–90 pounds frequently; up to 150 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt paver screed to achieve proper depth, grade and cross section.
• Collaborate with crew to apply asphalt per plan and support other positions to meet daily schedules.
• Follow company safety procedures and report problems to Foreman or Safety Manager.
• Be flexible to schedule/location changes and potential overtime or out-of-town work.
• Follow traffic control instructions and maintain PPE as required.

Skills

Screed operation

Plan and directions reading

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

GED preferred

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Blythe Construction is seeking a skilled Screed Operator to join our asphalt paving crew in Charlotte, NC. You will operate the paver screed, adjust depth and grade, and work with teammates to meet project specs and schedules.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of road/bridge experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong safety awareness. Overtime and travel may be required; you must follow traffic control and PPE policies.