Skilled Asphalt Luteman: Finishing & Grade Expert

Amrize; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre-tax contributions

Medical, Dental, Disability & Life Ins

Holistic Health & Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs

Vision and Voluntary benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize, a leading supplier of construction materials in the United States, is hiring a Luteman Operator for the Asphalt division. You will hand-grade and fine-finish asphalt to meet line, grade, and surface quality, supporting the paving crew during a range of tasks.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork on-site. We require at least 2 years of asphalt luteman experience, a high school diploma, and daily travel.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience as an asphalt luteman in the paving industry
• Daily travel required, must have reliable transportation
• Proven ability to hand-grade and fine-finish asphalt to meet line, grade, and slope requirements
• Strong understanding of asphalt paving procedures, materials, and quality standards
• Knowledge of job site safety practices and traffic control procedures
• Physically capable of performing labor-intensive work in outdoor environments
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality workmanship
• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections and basic equipment maintenance
• Identify and address minor surface imperfections during compaction
• Follow safety procedures and traffic control requirements at all times
• Maintain clean equipment and work areas at end of shift
• Physical Strength and Endurance: Capable of performing physically demanding work outdoors

Responsibilities

• Hand-grade and shape asphalt using a lute or rake to achieve proper line, grade, and cross-slope
• Assist in fine-finishing around edges, joints, curbs, manholes, and utilities
• Work closely with the paver and roller operators to ensure a smooth, uniform mat
• Identify and correct surface imperfections such as segregation, bumps, or low spots
• Maintain consistent asphalt depth and material distribution throughout the paving process
• Follow project specifications, layout markings, and quality control standards
• Adhere to job site safety procedures and traffic control requirements
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and serviceable condition
• Promote a culture of safety and adhere to health, safety and environmental policies

Skills

Asphalt luteman experience

Hand grading

Fine finishing

Safety conscious

Daily travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lute

Rake

Job description

Amrize, a leading supplier of construction materials in the United States, is hiring a Luteman Operator for the Asphalt division. You will hand-grade and fine-finish asphalt to meet line, grade, and surface quality, supporting the paving crew during a range of tasks.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork on-site. We require at least 2 years of asphalt luteman experience, a high school diploma, and daily travel.