Asphalt Roller Operator

Magnum Paving is seeking an experienced Asphalt Roller Operator to support our commercial, municipal, roadway, and Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) paving projects. The ideal candidate will safely operate asphalt compaction equipment, work closely with the paving crew, and help deliver quality pavement in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and jobsite safety requirements.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Asphalt Rolling and Compaction

• Safely operate breakdown rollers, finish rollers, steel drum rollers, and other assigned compaction equipment during asphalt paving operations.
• Compact hot-mix asphalt using appropriate rolling patterns, speeds, and overlapping passes to achieve required density, smoothness, and surface uniformity.
• Follow project plans, applicable DOT specifications, contract requirements, approved paving procedures, and instructions from the foreman or superintendent.
• Maintain proper rolling sequence and timing in coordination with the paver, screed operator, and other roller operators.
• Monitor asphalt temperature, material conditions, and compaction progress to help prevent checking, shoving, cracking, ridges, marks, and other surface imperfections.
• Make appropriate adjustments to rolling speed, vibration, and pass patterns within established procedures and supervisor direction.
• Operate equipment to compact asphalt pavement on roadways, shoulders, intersections, ramps, parking areas, and other assigned surfaces.
• Assist in achieving specified pavement smoothness, compaction, and finish requirements.
• Work with the paving crew to maintain consistent production and minimize unnecessary delays or interruptions.

DOT and Project Compliance:

• Perform assigned work in accordance with applicable DOT Standard Specifications, project special provisions, plans, and contract requirements.
• Follow approved paving and compaction procedures established for the project.
• Cooperate with the foreman, superintendent, quality control personnel, and authorized project representatives as directed.
• Maintain awareness of project limits, designated work areas, traffic control devices, and construction sequencing.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• Perform pre-operation inspections and required daily safety checks of assigned equipment.
• Identify and report mechanical problems, equipment damage, fluid leaks, and unsafe operating conditions.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance as assigned and within the operator's training.
• Maintain equipment in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Operate equipment only when authorized and trained to do so.
• Secure equipment properly at the end of the shift and follow company procedures for parking, shutdown, and transport.

Safety and Teamwork

• Follow company safety policies, applicable OSHA requirements, project-specific safety procedures, and established work-zone traffic control requirements.
• Maintain awareness of coworkers, moving equipment, public traffic, pedestrians, and other hazards in active construction areas.
• Follow established communication procedures when maneuvering near the paver, trucks, other rollers, and ground personnel.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including high-visibility apparel, safety footwear, and hearing protection as applicable.
• Immediately report workplace injuries, incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and equipment damage.
• Participate in required safety meetings, training, and jobsite briefings.
• Assist with other paving and construction-related duties within the employee's training and authorization.
• Report any conditions that may prevent the work from meeting project specifications to the appropriate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes):

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 3 years of asphalt rolling experience.
• Knowledge of Rollers and other heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of construction materials, construction processes and industry requirements.
• Understanding of computerized controls and electronics.
• 3+ experience within the asphalt industry.
• 2+ years' experience operating Breakdown Rollers, Rubber Tire Rollers and/or Finish Rollers is required

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Constantly
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Constantly
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

Pave America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.