Asphalt Experienced Equipment Operator

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APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century!

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About the Opportunity

Step onto job sites where your expertise makes a lasting impact. As an Asphalt Equipment Operator, you'll work at the forefront of groundwork and construction, using advanced machines to build roads and infrastructure that connect communities. You'll operate a variety of equipment, including but not limited to:

* Grade and Pave Crew Equipment

* Heavy Equipment

* Rollers (Self-Propelled, Asphalt, and Other)

* Motor Graders (Rough Grade)

* Concrete Grinder/Milling Machines

* Backhoes, Bobcats, Bulldozers

* Concrete Finishing Machines

* Asphalt Paver Machines

Why Join Us?

* Pay: $20-$24 an hour, depending on experience
* $1,500 sign-on bonus for experienced hires

* Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage

* 401(k) retirement plan with company match

* Generous paid time off to support work-life balance

* Opportunities for advancement and ongoing training

* Supportive team environment and strong safety culture

* Be part of projects that shape communities and improve quality of life

Key Responsibilities

* Expertly control the material flow and depth during paving operations.

* Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of the paving process: prepping surfaces, establishing grades, ensuring proper drainage, and setting paving patterns.

* Manage paving machines to achieve smooth, consistent asphalt placement and operate additional machines for curbing, spreading, and finishing.

* Perform routine equipment servicing, minor maintenance, and promptly report major issues.

* Drive and operate curbing machines, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and snow plows.

* Install and adjust dies, cutters, and screeds as needed for project requirements.

* Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment, using mechanic's hand tools, and coordinate with supervisors for repairs.

* Coordinate the flow of truck dumping, shovel blacktop, and help control jobsite traffic.

* Set up and dismantle equipment and ensure a safe work environment for yourself and others.

* Consistently demonstrate attendance and reliability at assigned shifts.

* Take on other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the team.

What You Bring

* High school diploma or GED required.

* Minimum 1 year of relevant equipment operation or construction experience; 3 years of road construction experience preferred.

* Must be 18 years or older.

* Valid driver's license meeting state requirements (CDL Class A and/or B, with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements).

* Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.

* Commitment to safety and compliance with all OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.

* Professional, courteous attitude toward colleagues and the public.

* Willingness to travel, work overtime, nights, weekends, and stay overnight when required.

* Personal protective equipment required in designated work areas (face shield, safety shoes, coveralls).

Knowledge & Skills

* Understanding of aggregate sizes and classifications.

* Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.

* Proficiency in operating heavy and complex equipment safely and efficiently under various conditions.

* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

* Keen attention to detail and the exercise of sound judgment on the job site.

Physical &

Work Environment Requirements

* Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.

* Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.

* Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as…