Screed Operator — Precision Asphalt Paving

Magnum Paving Buyer LLC; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnum Paving Buyer LLC is seeking an experienced Screed Operator to join its paving crew in Georgia. You will operate, adjust, and maintain the screed on the asphalt paving machine, ensuring correct depth, grade, crown, and pavement finish.

You will coordinate with the Paver Operator, Foreman, and crew to maintain safety and efficiency onDOT and commercial projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of screed experience, familiarity with CAT/Carlson screeds, and ability to read plans, manage

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating asphalt paver screeds on commercial and DOT paving projects.
• Experience with CAT and Carlson screeds; ability to adapt to other makes as needed.
• Strong understanding of grades, slopes, cross-slope control, and paving electronics.
• Knowledge of Moba, Topcon, or Leica grade control systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and grade sheets.
• Working knowledge of asphalt mixes, temperatures, compaction processes, and material behavior.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust the screed to achieve proper depth, grade, and mat consistency.
• Control slope, crown, and transverse/longitudinal joint quality.
• Make adjustments to maintain smoothness, ride quality, and uniform distribution of asphalt.
• Operate valves to regulate asphalt material flow rate.
• Use depth gauges and measurement tools to verify compliance with project specifications.
• Continuously monitor mat texture, smoothness, and temperature while paving.
• Signal the paving machine operator to start, stop, adjust speed, or correct alignment.
• Communicate clearly with the Paver Operator, Foreman, and crew to ensure uniform production.
• Identify and report deficiencies, safety hazards, or equipment concerns immediately.

Skills

5+ years experience

Screed operation

Grade control systems

Communication skills

Safety minded

Tools

CAT screed

Carlson screed

Moba grade control

Topcon grade control

Leica grade control

Job description

Magnum Paving Buyer LLC is seeking an experienced Screed Operator to join its paving crew in Georgia. You will operate, adjust, and maintain the screed on the asphalt paving machine, ensuring correct depth, grade, crown, and pavement finish.

You will coordinate with the Paver Operator, Foreman, and crew to maintain safety and efficiency onDOT and commercial projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of screed experience, familiarity with CAT/Carlson screeds, and ability to read plans, manage