Screed Operator

Mountain Enterprises; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountain Enterprises in Kentucky is seeking production workers to operate asphalt paving equipment and support field crews on highway and road projects.

The role involves screed control, depth and grade adjustments, and physical labor. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CDL is preferred and two years of road construction experience is expected. Union affiliation may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL preferred.
• 2 years road construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt paver and adjust depth/grade using screed extensions.
• Work with crew to apply asphalt per plan specifications and meet daily schedules.
• May perform other related duties and use various handheld tools.
• Be flexible with shift changes and overtime; may require out-of-town work.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

Skills

Road construction experience

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

Tools

Construction hand tools

Job description

Requisition ID528285-Posted08/28/2026-AMAT-Mountain Enterprises Inc-Seasonal-Production Workers-United States-Kentucky

Headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, the Mountain Companies (comprised of Mountain Enterprises, Mountain Materials, and Mountain Aggregates) have been providing asphalt paving and aggregate services to the state of Kentucky for decades. From concrete construction to asphalt paving and quarry operations, we at the Mountain Companies pride ourselves on the multitude of services we can offer our customers. Privately owned and operated until 2006, the Mountain Companies later joined CRH. By being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Job Description Summary

• Crew memberessentialto the application of asphalt on highways/private roadways/parking lots/ and driveways through the operation of screed controls.

Operation of asphalt paver making adjustments to obtain proper depth and grade of asphalt via screed extensions

• May be required to use hand tools to complete the job

This is a union position - Successful candidate may become part of the local 14581 Steelworkers Union (if not already a member) if they so choose.

Requirements

• Operation of the asphalt paver making normal adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finish cross section of asphalt material via screed extensions.
• Must partner with other crew members to apply asphalt per plan specifications and perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met.
• May perform other related duties such as adding or removing screed extensions.
• May be required to use the following tools: brooms, pick, mattock, axe, brush hook, hammer, saw, pneumatic hammer/drill, tamps (both manual and power driven), sample saw, concrete saw, sledge hammer, as well as, other tools needed to complete jobs within specifications.
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours.
• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level.
• Attitude/Cooperation: Must always maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, public.
• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/state work may be required.
• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition.
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion.
  Periodic use of truck, transporting water, fuel, and/or bitiminous emulsions.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.
• This is a union position - Successful candidate will become part of the local 14581 Steelworkers Union (if not already a member).
  

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL Preferred
• 2 years road construction experience

What CRH Americas Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH Americas

CRH Americashas a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Mountain Enterprises is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability