Seasonal Asphalt Paver Operator – Highway Crew

Harrison-Construction; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Harrison Construction Company, a CRH Company, is seeking a Seasonal operator for paving asphalt on highways, private roadways, parking lots and driveways. You will operate a paving machine and may assist other positions to meet daily schedules and plans.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, physical stamina for long shifts, and flexibility for overtime and last-minute changes. Experience with paving equipment is preferred, with a high school diploma as a plus.

Qualifications

• Must operate paving machine per plan and quality specifications as instructed by crew foreman.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level.
• Attitude/cooperation: courteous and professional with co-workers, customers and public.
• Physical ability to operate paving machine under temperature extremes and for extended hours; normal shift 8–12 hours.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate other equipment on the asphalt crew.
• Overtime work and last-minute schedule/location changes may be required.
• Follow traffic control crew instructions and safety standards.
• Adhere to PPE policy and maintain PPE as supplied by company.
• Riding to job sites; if operating company vehicle, meet APAC Driver Qualification Standard.
• Ability to operate paving machine within designated area with attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Guide and direct dump trucks while backing up to machine hopper.

Responsibilities

• Operate paving machine to apply asphalt on highways/private roadways/parking lots/driveways.
• Perform additional tasks of other positions as needed and instructed by foreman.
• May oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.
• May be required to use tools beyond paving machine (screwdriver, drills, pins, pneumatic tools, etc.).
• Must adhere to extreme weather conditions and safety policies.
• Lift up to 50 lbs for repetitious lifting.

Skills

Paving machine operation

OSHA safety compliance

Physical endurance

Overtime flexibility

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience operating paving equipment

Job description

Harrison Construction Company, a CRH Company, is seeking a Seasonal operator for paving asphalt on highways, private roadways, parking lots and driveways. You will operate a paving machine and may assist other positions to meet daily schedules and plans.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, physical stamina for long shifts, and flexibility for overtime and last-minute changes. Experience with paving equipment is preferred, with a high school diploma as a plus.