Screwman

This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent asphalt mat quality, smoothness, and longevity of the finished surface. The Screed Operator works directly with the Paver Operator, Foreman, and crew members to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality paving operation. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing job site conditions. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and able to maintain production standards under varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Screed Operation & Asphalt Quality
  • Operate, monitor, and adjust the screed to achieve proper depth, grade, and mat consistency.
  • Control slope, crown, and transverse/longitudinal joint quality.
  • Make adjustments to maintain smoothness, ride quality, and uniform distribution of asphalt.
  • Operate valves to regulate asphalt material flow rate.
  • Use depth gauges and measurement tools to verify compliance with project specifications.
  • Continuously monitor mat texture, smoothness, and temperature while paving.
• Coordination & Communication
  • Signal the paving machine operator to start, stop, adjust speed, or correct alignment.
  • Communicate clearly with the Paver Operator, Foreman, and crew to ensure uniform production.
  • Identify and report deficiencies, safety hazards, or equipment concerns immediately.
  • Coordinate with roller operators to ensure proper compaction sequences.
• Screed Setup & Equipment Maintenance
  • Assist with setting up and positioning screed extensions, end gates, augers, vibrators, and strike-off plates.
  • Install, remove, and troubleshoot paving electronics such as grade sensors, averaging skis, sonar, and slope controls.
  • Perform daily paver and screed maintenance, including greasing, cleaning, checking heaters, and clearing material buildup.
  • Ensure tools, instruments, and measurement devices are maintained and stored properly at the end of each shift.
• General Paving Crew Support
  • Assist with handwork such as edges, transitions, and tie-ins when necessary.
  • Help with general job site clean-up, traffic control support, and safe material handling.
  • Observe traffic and equipment movement to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Assist in training new or less experienced crew members when requested.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and OSHA guidelines at all times.
  • Maintain awareness of surroundings, including traffic, moving equipment, and uneven terrain.
  • Participate in daily safety briefings, pre-task planning, and toolbox talks.
  • Ensure compliance with DOT, project specifications, and company quality standards.
  • Immediately report incidents, near-misses, or unsafe behaviors.
• Other Duties
  • Work efficiently to meet production schedules while maintaining quality.
  • Maintain professionalism and represent the company in a positive manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating asphalt paver screeds on commercial and DOT paving projects.
• Experience with CAT and Carlson screeds; ability to adapt to other makes as needed.
• Strong understanding of grades, slopes, cross-slope control, and paving electronics.
• Knowledge of Moba, Topcon, or Leica grade control systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and grade sheets.
• Working knowledge of asphalt mixes, temperatures, compaction processes, and material behavior.
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn required.
• Ability to comply with Total Process Reliability (TPR) principles.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; CDL preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Must comply with company drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly 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 move 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 operating office 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.
• Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Constantly operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Occasionally the ability to travel regionally or nationally.

Physical Demands

• Constantly in sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and standing.
• Constantly light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Rarely heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally low temperatures.
• Occasionally in high temperatures.
• Constantly in outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and dust.
• Constantly in noisy environments.
• Occasionally nights and weekends, as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Constantly in hazardous conditions.
• Occasionally overnight work.
• Occasionally in frequent overtime.
• Rarely in an office environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.