Asphalt Screed Operator

9660 Enterprise Way SE Calgary, AB T3S 0A1

Phone: 403-255-1131 Fax: 403-212-4755

Standard General Inc. Calgary is a growing, dynamic contractor in land development and road construction in the greater Calgary area. Through our affiliation with the Colas Group of Companies, we are part of an organization that is a world leader in road construction. You’ll be able to take advantage of professional development and growth opportunities while working on exciting, leading-edge projects. Standard General is dedicated to making a lasting impression through our work, our people and our relationships.

About The Role

The Asphalt Screed Operator proficiently operate various types of manual and automatic paving screeds. The Screed Operator must have knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of Niveltronic or Topcon grade and slope automatic systems, and be experienced in all aspects of asphalt mix applications including parking lots, residential subdivisions, collector and arterial roadways and highway work.

As an Asphalt Screed Operator at Standard General, you will:

• Be responsible for estimating overall quantity for the project as well as the quantity needed to achieve the correct grade in the finished surface.
• Use automatic grade controls.
• Manually set angle and depth of screed.
• Operate valves to regulate flow of material at a specified rate.
• Communicate with asphalt paving operator on flow of paving machine.
• Observe distribution of material over road surfaces to ensure uniform distribution.
• Using depth gauge, verify depth specifications of compacted asphalt.
• Maintain the pace and continuity of the paving job.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on the equipment.

To Be Successful In this Role, You Will Need:

• Driver’s License (Class 5)
• 3-5 years of experience operating a screed
• Knowledge of all paving equipment and the paving process.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Shoveling, raking, tamping, walking, moving and setup of barricades
• Excellent communication skills
• “Can do “ mindset
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to work extended hours and days with no interruption

What We Can Offer You:

• Lots of hours!
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits and pension plan
• Mentorship opportunities
• Education assistance
• The opportunity to work with some amazing people!

Standard General Inc. Calgary offers exciting growth opportunities, excellent wages and benefits, and the opportunity to become part of a strong team and leader in the construction industry.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.