Concrete Paving Operator

C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. is seeking an experienced Concrete Paving Operator to join our concrete paving operations. The Concrete Paving Operator''s primary responsibility is to safely operate equipment used in the placement and paving of concrete on highways, roadways, and other heavy civil construction projects. Concrete Paving Operators are expected to work as part of the paving crew and assist in the general operation of the job site as needed.

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Essential Duties

• The position consists of, but is not limited to, the following duties:
• Operate concrete paving equipment, including concrete pavers, placers/spreaders, texture/cure machines, and other related equipment;
• Assist with the placement, spreading, leveling, finishing, texturing, and curing of concrete;
• Set up, inspect, adjust, and clean paving equipment before, during, and after paving operations;
• Monitor paving operations to help maintain proper grade, alignment, depth, and finish;
• Work closely with foremen, grade personnel, laborers, truck drivers, and other equipment operators;
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns;
• Assist with the setup and maintenance of traffic control devices as needed;
• Perform general labor duties when equipment is not in operation;
• Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas;
• Follow all C.W. Matthews safety policies and job-site procedures;
• Perform additional duties as required to support the overall paving operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in concrete paving, heavy highway construction, or heavy equipment operation preferred;
• Experience operating concrete paving equipment is strongly preferred;
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and active traffic;
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew;
• Valid driver''s license preferred;
• Must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, and extended hours as project schedules require;
• Must be willing to travel to various C.W. Matthews job sites as needed.

What CWM Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Health Insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability benefits programs
• 401(k), Paid Holiday and Year End Bonus
• 35 Hour Guarantee
• Boot Allowance
• Child Care Assistance

This position requires working outdoors in an active heavy highway construction environment. Employees must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and perform physical work throughout the shift. Work may be performed in extreme heat, cold, rain, dust, noise, and around moving vehicles and heavy equipment. The above listed duties require periods of standing, walking, climbing, stooping and bending. As well as periodic lifting of 10 to 50 pounds. The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented. Must be willing to work at night and weekends. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/H. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.