Asphalt Roller Operator

Mission

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.

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Preferably 1–2 seasons of experience operating a roller on municipal and industrial/commercial base and paving projects.
• Must be proficient in operating a roller and demonstrate strong safety awareness, with a commitment to following all company policies and safety standards.
• Effective communication with other operators, truck drivers, and the public is essential.
• Must be capable of operating and maintaining the roller with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions