What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Finisher position at The H&K Group?
The H&K Group is seeking a skilled Screed Operator to join our team. As a Screed Operator, you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment and applying asphalt to roadbeds, parking lots, and airport runways to meet daily production goals.
Responsibilities:
- Perform all work in accordance with OSHA and H&K Safety policies.
- Operate an asphalt paver or screed to apply asphalt per plan and quality specifications as instructed by the crew superintendent.
- Make normal adjustments to obtain proper depth, grade, and finished cross-section of asphalt material via screed controls.
- Oil, grease, and service equipment.
- Manipulate hand or foot levers to control movement of machines, spreads, and levels asphalt on subgrade of highways and related surfaces.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A thorough understanding of all aspects of the paving industry, including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction, and other details related to asphalt paving.
- Experience with asphalt paver and screed operation in roadbeds, parking lots, and/or airport runways.
- Ability to operate an asphalt paver/screed within designated areas with attention to detail and emphasis on craftsmanship.
- Ability to guide and dump trucks while backing up to machine hoppers when operating pavers.
- Ability to operate or initiate learning other equipment required on an asphalt crew.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-solving.
- Ability to fit test and utilize appropriate PPE as needed.
- Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to the job).
