Skilled Asphalt Milling Operator | Precise Surface Prep

Blackjack Paving, Sealcoating, & Striping LLC; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Blackjack Paving, Sealcoating, & Striping LLC is seeking a skilled Milling Operator to safely and efficiently operate asphalt milling machines on roadways and parking areas. You will set up equipment, run milling operations to the required depth, and perform basic maintenance to keep projects on schedule.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of heavy equipment experience, familiarity with grade controls and grade stakes, strong attention to safety, and good communication with crew. CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating milling machines or other heavy equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Familiarity with grade control systems and milling machine adjustments.
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, and work orders.
• Solid mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting minor equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling machines to remove asphalt pavement to specified depth, grade, and slope.
• Set up equipment, including drum selection, grade controls, and conveyor adjustments.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and routine maintenance to ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
• Coordinate with ground crew and foreman for efficient material removal and loading.
• Monitor milling depth, speed, and pattern to meet project specifications.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, traffic, and utilities to prevent incidents.
• Assist with machine cleaning and minor repairs as needed.
• Complete daily equipment logs and inspection reports.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Grade stakes reading

Grade control systems

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Overnight travel

Teamwork

Job description

Blackjack Paving, Sealcoating, & Striping LLC is seeking a skilled Milling Operator to safely and efficiently operate asphalt milling machines on roadways and parking areas. You will set up equipment, run milling operations to the required depth, and perform basic maintenance to keep projects on schedule.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of heavy equipment experience, familiarity with grade controls and grade stakes, strong attention to safety, and good communication with crew. CDL is preferred.