Asphalt Rakerman

Mission

Main Responsibilities

• Assess road condition and job requirements.
• Spreading asphalt with a rake using efficient techniques and maintaining a good pace.
• Ensure proper hand raking of longitudinal seams and transverse joints to insure a smooth surface with minimal segregation.
• Shoveling excess asphalt and sweeping up debris.
• Responsible for the proper match points and limits of asphalt mix adjacent to concrete structures, manholes, water valves and other fixtures within the road surface.
• Using an asphalt rake, blend, and level any seams in the mat, reducing visible marks and seams in the asphalt surface.
• Measure the width of the road using measuring tape, and string line the boundaries of the road surface as a guide for the paver.
• Assist the screed operator with even distribution of asphalt materials over the road surface.
• Verify, estimate, and set the angle and depth of the asphalt screed as required.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
• Ensure worksite is organized and free of clutter, rubble, and garbage.
• Shovel asphalt mix into areas inaccessible to paving machines, and compact mix using rakes and hand tampers.
• Performing a variety of manual labour tasks, including use of power and hand tools.
• Complete a variety of other general labour tasks, such as clean and prepare sites.
• Operate equipment, such as pneumatic hammers, vibrators, tampers, and skid steer as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 – 5 years of experience in road construction
• Minimum 1 – 3 years of experience as an Asphalt Raker
• Understanding of asphalt raking techniques
• Knowledge of road paving construction methods and road construction materials

Working Conditions