ROAD ROLLER OPERATOR

Description

Job Summary: Road roller operator responsible for compacting subgrade, base, and asphalt layers on pavement construction projects, ensuring proper density and leveling. Key Highlights: 1. Operation of various types of road rollers on pavement construction projects 2. Focus on operational safety and basic preventive maintenance of machinery 3. Essential work in infrastructure with compliance to regulations #### **Responsibilities** * Operate road rollers (smooth-drum, pneumatic-tired, vibratory, or sheepfoot) to compact subgrade, base, sub-base, and asphalt layers on pavement construction projects. * Perform daily equipment inspections (checklist), including fluid levels (oil, water, fuel), tire pressure, roller condition, and safety systems. * Carry out compaction according to project technical specifications, ensuring appropriate density and leveling of the compacted material. * Monitor equipment performance during operation and immediately report any anomalies, mechanical or electrical failures to the supervisor. * Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring personal and team safety at the construction site. * Comply with occupational safety regulations and correctly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Assist in equipment loading/unloading when necessary, and safely position the road roller at the end of each shift. #### **Requirements** * Proven experience (minimum 2 years) operating road rollers on infrastructure and asphalt pavement construction projects. * Completed elementary education. * Knowledge of soil and asphalt mixture compaction techniques, including pass counts, speed, and overlap. * Valid driver's license (CNH) in category D or E. * Heavy Machinery Operator training course, with specific certification for road roller operation. * Basic mechanical knowledge to identify issues and perform simple preventive maintenance on equipment. * Familiarity with occupational safety regulations (NR-11, NR-18) applicable to heavy machinery operation. #### **Skills** * Road Roller Operation (Vibratory, Smooth-drum, Pneumatic-tired) * Asphalt Compaction (CBUQ, PMF) * Soil and Aggregate Compaction * Level Reading and Layout Marking * Basic Preventive Machinery Maintenance * Operational Safety (NR-11, NR-18) * Mechanical Fault Identification * Category D/E Vehicle Operation * Teamwork and Communication ### **Employment Type:** CLT ### **Benefits:** Meal Voucher, Performance Bonus, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Wellhub (formerly Gympass), Life Insurance, Transportation Allowance/Reimbursement, Accommodation, On-site Meals ### **Department:** OPERATIONAL