Paving Roller Operator

At EDI, we're constantly pushing the limits of what we've done in the past - propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities, while exploring new market sectors and services. So, it only seems natural that we'd hire people who have their own voice and aren't afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical, creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are, and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career further.

Key Information:

• Hours: Project dependent
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends on various schedules.
• Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
• Health benefits, pension plan, RRSP matching, vacation pay offered.

Job Description:

• The Roller Operator is proficient and skilled in the operation of various types of double drum and combination asphalt compaction rollers to provide adequate compaction and workmanship in asphalt paving.
• The Roller Operator must be experienced in all aspects of asphalt mix compaction including parking lots, residential subdivisions, collectors and arterial roadways and highway work.
• Operate self-propelled steel-wheeled, rubber-tired, vibrator, segmented or other type of roller to compact earth, subgrade, sub-base and asphalt surfaces.
• Distribute, break down, compress and give a finished surface to cooling asphalt.
• Must be able handle and distribute construction materials to and from work areas.
• Knowledge of rolling patterns and applications to achieve compaction and smoothness.
• Determine speed and direction of machine based on knowledge of compressibility of materials under changing temperature.
• Push hand roller and pound surfaces, using hand tamp, or guide portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.
• Other duties as required.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust, grease, fumes, odors, oil, asphalt, and toxic and flammable substances.
• Required to perform tasks that involve heavy lifting, bending, and strenuous movements.
• Use of personal protection equipment is required.
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear required when working outdoors.
• Required to perform tasks that involve bending and strenuous movements.

Experience and Certification Requirements:

• Must have 2 years of industrial or civil construction or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience operating roller equipment or similar machinery in asphalt paving required.
• Knowledge of asphalt paving techniques and industry best practices.
• CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2015, and Ground Disturbance 201 are required.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
• A valid class 5 or better driver's license is required.
• A driver's abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
• An outgoing and optimistic personality.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be willing to work overtime, when necessary.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies.
• A reliable means of transportation is required.
• Proficient English language skills required.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.