Asphalt Screed Operator

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values.  In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Screed Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the screed on the asphalt paver, ensuring that the final surface meets required specifications, quality, and standards. The role involves managing the screed to achieve a consistent and smooth asphalt finish while maintaining safety, productivity, and quality control.

Responsibilities :

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Operators will control material taken from paver and depths of material distributed through the machine and measurement of yield on the jobs.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all Middlesex Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Must be on site at scheduled start time and present for the Daily Huddle.
• Must be able to identify potential Hazards and assist in maintaining a Safe Work environment for all Team Members.
• Be present for Weekly Toolbox Talks.
• Maintain good health status w / ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs. and flexibility to bend, push, pull, stoop and / or twist.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to include day / night shift work with extended hours when necessary.
• Able to read and understand Specifications for each project.
• Complete an Equipment Condition Report Daily.
• Inform your supervisor immediately of any challenges regarding the project.
• The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing maintenance.
• Responsible for proper set up and control of automated screed controls.

Qualifications :

Necessary Attributes :

We offer our full-time  and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.