Screed Operator

Job

Location:

Lexington, Kentucky
Position:
Asphalt Paver Crew Member (Union Position)

• Crew member essential to applying asphalt on highways, private roadways, parking lots, and driveways through screed control operation.
• Operate asphalt paver, making adjustments to obtain proper depth and grade of asphalt via screed extensions.
• May be required to use hand tools to complete the job.

This is a union position. Successful candidate may become part of local 14581 Steelworkers Union (if not already a member).

• Operate asphalt paver, making normal adjustments to obtain proper depth, grade, and finish cross‑section of asphalt via screed extensions.
• Partner with other crew members to apply asphalt per plan specifications and perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met.
• May perform other related duties such as adding or removing screed extensions.
• May be required to use hand tools such as brooms, picks, mattocks, axes, brush hooks, hammers, saws, pneumatic hammers/drills, tamps, sample saws, concrete saws, sledge hammers, and other tools needed to complete jobs within specifications.
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes for extended hours. Normal shift is 8‑12 hours.
• Attendance required according to company attendance policy.
• Maintain a courteous and professional manner with co‑workers, customers, and the public.
• Be flexible with last‑minute schedule changes, location changes, and shift changes. Overtime work is required. Out of town/county/state work may be required.
• Adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition.
• Show initiative to perform/assist other positions as needed. Periodic use of truck to transport water, fuel, or bituminous emulsions.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL preferred.
• 2 years road construction experience.

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

Mountain Enterprises is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EEO/Vet/Disability.