Asphalt Paver Operator - Bismarck, ND

The Asphalt Paver Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt paver. This position operates paving machines to spread and level hot mix paving material on subgrade of highways and streets with the aid of stakes and level gauges to ensure mix is placed to the proper grade and thickness.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the paver and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Preheat paving screed before placement of asphalt and monitor and control temperature settings of the asphalt mixture.
• Manually light burners to start heating unites of the paver and regulate screed temperature.
• Operate the paver controls to lower the screed auger, control the hopper, and navigate the direction of the paver.
• Align the paving machine into position when receiving asphalt by dump truck and maintain constant flow of asphalt into hopper; ease paver forward, safely pushing dump truck along construction surface.
• Observe distribution of paving materials along screed and control the direction of the screed to eliminate voids at curbs and joints.
• Line paver appropriately to the work area, and ensure proper application of the asphalt, smoothing it evenly to the desired height, width, and depth.
• Operate other heavy equipment and other construction related duties as required.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Class A license is preferred
• Knowledge and operation of paver and heavy equipment
• Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements
• Communication skills
• Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.

Compensation:
Compensation package is dependent upon qualifications and experience

Must possess current valid driver's license and pass pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Strata Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their veteran status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, or any other characteristic protected under local, state or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation.