Asphalt Roller Operator

Asphalt Roller Operator JOB DESCRIPTION Asphalt Roller Operator JOB DESCRIPTION Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) is a premier contractor in the DMV that is currently experiencing tremendous growth.

If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions - then FMCC is the place for you.

We possess a robust benefits package, paying 100% for medical, dental and vision insurance and free parking.

At the end of the day, we strive to make a difference in people's lives by helping build "the American Dream "in the DMV.

We are a multi-million-dollar company with over 700 employees and are one of the most "called by name" Heavy Highway Construction companies in the region.

If you do not mind hard work and want to make a difference in your community, then please consider joining the FMCC family.

Summary: The Asphalt Roller Operator rolls machinery to compact asphalt and ensure smooth surface for roadways, parking lots and other paved areas.

Duties and Responsibilities: * Operate asphalt roller to compact earth, subgrade, and sub-base asphalt surfaces in the construction of highways and streets, * Perform pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections, * Safely operate over surfaces to be compacted, rolling asphalt to desired smoothness, and gives a finished surface to cooling asphalt, * Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning and moving the machine in response to hand or audio signals from crew members, * Have a thorough understanding of material thickness, type of material being laid, and material temperature for determining rolling range, * Make frequency and amplitude adjustments depending on mix design, material thickness, temperature zone, and density, * Adjust vibration settings, water systems, and rolling speed as needed, * Must wear proper attire at all times including PPE, * May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends, * Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: * High School diploma, GED or equivalent desired, * Must have 2 or more years of asphalt roller operator experience, * Valid unrestricted driver's license with a good driving history preferred, * Required to adhere to all safety rules and regulations, * Knowledge of asphalt compaction techniques and rolling patterns, * Knowledge of construction materials, construction processes and industry requirements, * DCRA Operators license preferred, * Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

Working Conditions: * Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds continuously throughout the workday, * Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, and twist, throughout the workday, * This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces, * This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time and the constant use of hands and arms, * This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (e.g., glasses, contact lenses), * Performing strenuous work for extended periods in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, and other inclement weather conditions, * Work may be performed in environments with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and moving equipment.

* Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job.

It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job.

Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.