Travel-Ready Asphalt Paver Operator

Jennmar Automation, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

JENNMAR Services in Four Corners area is seeking an experienced Asphalt Paver Operator to join the construction team. The role requires hands-on experience with asphalt paving equipment, heavy machinery, and a solid understanding of safety and quality paving practices.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on road and infrastructure projects in the Four Corners area, with a pay rate of $19.00/hour DOE. Travel is required to support project needs and equipment operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating asphalt paving equipment.
• Experience operating screeds and paving equipment preferred.
• Experience operating loaders, excavators, dump trucks, and concrete equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge to address basic equipment issues.
• Knowledge of asphalt paving, concrete work, and civil construction practices.
• Ability to read project plans, specifications, grades, elevations.
• Basic math for measurements and quantities.
• Understanding of DOT requirements and construction-site safety.
• Ability to work as part of a construction crew.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel for projects; CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt paving machines, including screeds and related paving equipment, to place asphalt according to project specifications.
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs on paving and construction equipment.
• Monitor asphalt placement, grade, depth, and alignment to ensure quality results.
• Assist with the preparation and handling of bituminous materials as needed.
• Operate loaders and other equipment to support paving operations and material handling.
• Assist with concrete forming, rebar installation, and other site preparation activities.
• Operate additional heavy equipment, including excavators, dump trucks, loaders, and concrete mixers, as required.
• Monitor job-site conditions and adjust equipment operation to maintain productivity, quality, and safety.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA/DOT requirements, and project-specific procedures.
• Perform basic measurements and calculations related to grades, elevations, material quantities, and paving specifications.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, equipment operators, laborers, and other crew members.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment inspections, maintenance, material usage, and project progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project completion.

Skills

Asphalt paving

Screed operation

Heavy equipment

Mechanical knowledge

DOT safety

Reading plans

Math skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

CDL preferred

Job description

JENNMAR Services in Four Corners area is seeking an experienced Asphalt Paver Operator to join the construction team. The role requires hands-on experience with asphalt paving equipment, heavy machinery, and a solid understanding of safety and quality paving practices.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on road and infrastructure projects in the Four Corners area, with a pay rate of $19.00/hour DOE. Travel is required to support project needs and equipment operations.