Job Summary

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and energetic Roller Operator, the qualified candidate will be based in Pennsylvania. Some travel will be a requirement for the position.

The Roller Operator position is within our Highway Region, where we are a leader in asphalt paving, products, and heavy civil construction. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in fast-paced environments. Must have the ability to work with and communicate with cross-functional teams. Our project market includes most of Pennsylvania and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate steel-wheeled, rubber-tired, vibrator, segmented or other type of roller to compact earth, subgrade, sub-base and asphalt surfaces.
• Distribute, break down, compress and give a finished surface to cooling asphalt.
• Drive machine in successive overlapping passes over surfaces to be compacted, rolling subgrade and asphalt to desired compaction and smoothness.
• Determine speed and direction of machine based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures.
• Push hand roller and pound surfaces, using hand tamp, or guide portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving history
• Prior experience preferred

Skills

• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to work with a team and in a fast-paced environment
• Independent work ethic and professional, positive attitude
• Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitudes

Physical Requirements

• Must have an acceptable safety record and be committed to working safely
• Overtime as required
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
• Frequent exposure to loud noise
• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
• Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals

Benefits and Perks

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Great starting rates
• Sign on Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded to all hired candidates after 90 days of employment

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person