Asphalt Milling Machine Operator

 

Job ID:  509303

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH South Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects.  Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services.  Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work.  We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

 

 

 

This is a highly skilled position involving the control and operation of milling machine.  Experience with milling equipment/highway equipment preferred.  Other duties to include operating a power broom, running grade control on milling machine, and flagging, and laboring when needed

Job Description Summary 
The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers. 
 

·  Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. 
 ·  Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. 
 ·  Report any problems to your manager. 
 ·  Assist construction / paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling and raking and running wheelbarrow. 
 ·  Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials. 
 ·  Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site. 
 ·  May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer. 
 ·  Dig, spread and level construction materials. 
 ·  Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies. 
 ·  Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices. 
 ·  Perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

• Prior experience with asphalt milling/paving equipment.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Thorough understanding of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.
• The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related asphalt and road construction experience.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment whil