What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Roller Operator- R2519 position at Fort Myer Construction?
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 are a union-based company with a collective bargaining agreement. The union offers medical, dental, vision and pension. 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 800 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 roller to compact earth, subgrade, and sub-base asphalt surfaces in the construction of highways and streets,
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment,
• 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,
• 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 construction materials, construction processes and industry requirements,
• DCRA Operators license preferred,
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.
Working Conditions:
• This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs., bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, and twist,
• This job requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time,
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses, contacts),
• Performing work in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time,
• Exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to 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.
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