Paving Equipment Operator - Traveling

Job Overview

Hi-Way Paving is always looking for skilled Paving Equipment Operators to join our team. While we may not have an immediate opening, we continuously seek experienced paving operators to support our slip‑form concrete paving operations on highways and airfields. This role requires frequent travel between our project locations, including Charlotte, NC;
Nashville, TN; and future sites as needed.

• Operate slip‑form paving (heavy) equipment in compliance with manufacturer and company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist mechanics and provide input on equipment repairs, maintenance, and performance improvements.
• Help load and unload equipment and materials at job sites, vehicles, and/or trailers.
• Maintain job site cleanliness and ensure that equipment, materials, and tools are stored safely and properly.
• Complete required paperwork, reports, and documentation accurately and on time.

• Experience:
  
  Slip‑form paving experience: 1–3 years of operating slip‑form concrete pavers (e.g., Gomaco 2800) on large‑scale, stringless, mainline paving projects – required.
• Construction background: 3+ years of heavy/highway construction experience as an operator or laborer – required.
• Airfield paving experience:
  Prior work on runways or taxiways – preferred.
• Mechanical skills:
  Mechanically inclined, with experience in equipment maintenance and repair – preferred.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high‑security zones (e.g., airport AOA, military bases).
  • Willingness to travel 100% of the time.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, climb, walk, kneel, squat, push, pull, and enter confined spaces.
  • If applicable, indicate union affiliation in your application.
  • Must be at least 18 years old to meet job‑site safety and labor requirements.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high‑performing teams.
• An open, inclusive, and innovative family‑owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

Hi‑Way Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high‑performing, diverse, and inclusive teams from the job site to our headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.