Asphalt Screed Operator- Grove Hill, AL

About the role

This is a highly skilled position involving control and operation of the screed on an asphalt paving machine. Prior experience of actual screed operation is preferred. The ideal applicant will have Topcon 5 Electronics experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate the screed on an asphalt paving machine, controlling material intake and depth distribution.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of all aspects 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.
• Maintain the efficient working condition of the equipment, performing minor servicing and maintenance or referring major problems to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Proficiency in basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

About the company

APAC-AL, Inc., part of CRH’s South Central Division, is a leading supplier of quality asphalt and construction services in the Southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties, and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely, and efficient manner on every project.

CRH has a long and proud heritage as a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while offering the career opportunities of a large international organization.