Roller Operator - Paving Operations

Rifenburg Companies • Troy, New York, United States • 8m ago

Interested in employment with our company? We are currently recruiting for Asphalt Paving Support positions for our 2025 season! Please complete this Roller Operator Application.

Qualified Applicants may be called throughout the season as our workload requires. Incomplete Applications will not be forwarded for review.

SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate the machine that spreads and levels hot-mix bituminous paving material. Responsible for the compaction of asphalt by operating the roller machine behind the paving machine to obtain the proper density and finish texture at work sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Operates roller machine to compress asphalt to maintain a smooth surface, in accordance with DOT regulations
Assists crew in paving operations and other tasks as necessary
Prior to every use, evaluate the equipment and confirm that the equipment from a mechanical and safety standpoint is ready to use.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required.
Notify the Foreman or Paving Superintendent of any mechanical problems.
Maintaining a clean and presentable work environment at all times.
Perform proper daily cleanout as per the company procedure.
Follow safety procedures and compliance of proper PPE at all times.
Must be available to work varied shifts and/or Weekends

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/SKILLS:

3 to 5 years of experience needed. The position should have extensive knowledge of paving operations, equipment, quality control measures, and standard procedures. The position must have the ability to perform basic math skills and follow written and verbal instructions and relay them to the asphalt crew. Strong work ethic and willingness to work as a team to efficiently complete jobs to the highest customer satisfaction is a must. OSHA 10 and Valid Driver License Required.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multilimbed coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time seasonal position. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel:
Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Rifenburg follows EEO Federal and State guidelines prohibiting employment and job discrimination. It is the policy of Rifenburg Companies to provide for and promote equal employment opportunity in employment compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any legally protected status.

The policy applies to all employment practices and actions. It includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, job application process, examination and testing, hiring, training including apprenticeship and on-the-job training, disciplinary actions, rate of pay or other compensation, advancement, classification, transfer, reassignment and promotions.

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