Milling Operator

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Milling Operator to safely and efficiently operate asphalt milling machines on roadway, parking lot, and site development projects. This role is responsible for the setup, operation, and basic maintenance of milling equipment to ensure accurate surface removal and preparation for paving. The ideal candidate has strong equipment experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling machines to remove asphalt pavement to specified depth, grade, and slope
• Set up equipment, including drum selection, grade controls, and conveyor adjustments
• Perform pre-shift inspections and routine maintenance to ensure equipment is in safe working condition
• Coordinate with ground crew and foreman for efficient material removal and loading
• Monitor milling depth, speed, and pattern to meet project specifications
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, traffic, and utilities to prevent incidents
• Assist with machine cleaning and minor repairs as needed
• Complete daily equipment logs and inspection reports
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
• Assist with other site tasks when equipment is not in operation
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience operating milling machines or other heavy equipment
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Familiarity with grade control systems and milling machine adjustments
• Ability to read grade stakes, plans, and work orders
• Solid mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting minor equipment issues
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the crew
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed
• Must be willing to travel overnight when projects are outside the local area

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Constantly
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Constantly
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly
• Office environment: Rarely

Benefits

Pave America and its companies offer a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.