Demo

Asphalt Milling Machine Operator / Trainee – Darlington, SC

C.R. Jackson, Inc.
Darlington, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Share

Share

Email

Post

Share

Job Summary

C.R. Jackson is hiring a Milling Machine Operator / Trainee to support our milling operations in Darlington, SC. In this role, you will help remove existing asphalt pavement in preparation for resurfacing and roadway improvements. Whether you have previous milling experience or are looking to learn a new trade, you'll work alongside an experienced team that is committed to safety, quality, and doing the job right. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

What You'll Do

  • Operate or assist in operating a cold planer (milling machine)
  • Learn milling equipment operation from experienced team members
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
  • Monitor milling depth, grade, and material removal to meet project specifications
  • Work closely with ground crews, truck drivers, and supervisors to keep operations running efficiently
  • Help keep equipment and work areas clean and organized
  • Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

  • Valid driver's license required
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Previous heavy equipment, milling, paving, or construction experience preferred, but not required
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment
  • Ability to understand and follow directions
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
  • Willingness to travel throughout South Carolina as needed
  • Willingness to work overtime, nights, and weekends as project schedules require
  • Commitment to safety and proper use of PPE
  • Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb throughout the workday
  • Ability to safely climb on and off heavy equipment
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and noise
  • Ability to work on uneven terrain and active construction sites
  • Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and traffic for safe operations

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Company-paid training and career development
  • Supportive team and opportunities for advancement

About C.R. Jackson

C.R. Jackson is a family-owned leading heavy highway and paving contractor in South Carolina. With decades of experience, we take pride in building and maintaining roadways that connect communities. Our success is built on our core values: Integrity, Excellence, Respect, Accountability, and Service to Others.

At C.R. Jackson, we believe in developing great people. Whether you're an experienced operator or ready to learn a new skill, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities to help you build a successful career.

If you value teamwork, respect, and doing meaningful work, we'd like to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

Phone: 803-750-6070

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, click HERE

If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English

Salary.com Estimation for Asphalt Milling Machine Operator / Trainee – Darlington, SC in Darlington, SC
$38,930 to $50,927
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at C.R. Jackson, Inc.

  • C.R. Jackson, Inc. Columbia, SC
  • Share Share Email Post Share Manual Lowboy Driver (Class A CDL) C.R. Jackson, Inc. Heavy Highway Construction Columbia, SC – Primary Location; Sumter, SC -... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • C.R. Jackson, Inc. Darlington, SC
  • Asphalt Screed Operator Set the standard. Build smooth. Be part of the team that gets it done right. Job Summary C.R. Jackson is hiring a Screed Operator t... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • C.R. Jackson, Inc. Columbia, SC
  • Share Share Email Post Share Job Title: Asphalt Paver Operator – Experienced Lay it down right. Build roads that last. Position Summary C.R. Jackson, Inc. ... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • C.R. Jackson, Inc. Jefferson, SC
  • Share Share Email Post Share CDL Distributor Operator – Jefferson, SC Job Summary C.R. Jackson is hiring a Distributor Driver to safely operate and maintai... more
  • 6 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Asphalt Milling Machine Operator / Trainee – Darlington, SC jobs in the Darlington, SC area that may be a better fit.

  • Crossroads Treatment Centers Florence, SC
  • Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employ... more
  • Just Posted

  • King Asphalt, Inc. Conway, SC
  • PURPOSE: Perform duties to set the paver up for operation, to maintain a smooth, consistent and correctly aligned lay down of asphalt. JOB DUTIES: Check al... more
  • 7 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!