Asphalt Milling Machine Operator Jobs in Florida

THE COMPANY:

TransPremier, LLC. serves Florida's leading road construction contractors with integrated milling, road clean-up, material hauling, and equipment mobilization services that prioritize safety, integrity, and eco-consciousness. Our people, experience, integrity, and priority of safety make us Central Florida’s leading asphalt hauling company. TransPremier has helped build America since 2000 and is committed to offering only the highest caliber of road development services in the market.

TransPremier offers a comprehensive benefit program which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as 401(k) and paid vacation. TransPremier is a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

THE JOB:

TransPremier is looking for an Asphalt Milling Machine Crew Member who is a skilled laborer who operates and assists in maintaining asphalt milling machines used in road construction and maintenance projects. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the milling machine while working as part of a crew to remove old asphalt surfaces, preparing the area for resurfacing or reconstruction. This position involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and teamwork.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Complete optimum utilization of equipment and labor maximizing production.
• Operate and control the asphalt milling machine to remove asphalt surfaces from roads, highways, parking lots, and other paved areas.
• Monitor the milling process to ensure consistent and even removal of asphalt surfaces without damaging the underlying pavement structure.
• Be a team player and work alongside fellow milling crew members.
• Synchronize with fellow crew members, customers, and dump trucks to load millings into truck bed.
• Ensure a safe work environment by inspecting all surroundings and minimizing any safety liabilities.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Make sure the milling machine is washed and maintained after every shift worked.
• Operate other equipment and tools as needed to ensure the completion of the assigned project.
• Wear PPE always, in accordance with company safety policy
• Comply with last minute dispatch changes.
• Ensures the safety of crew members and the public who may interact with job.
• Notify foreman of any deviations from the milling plan or unexpected challenges encountered during the process.
• Report directly to Milling foreman.

POSITION QUALIFICATION/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 1 year of previous related experience required.
• Dependability & flexibility; a complete crew determines the success of this operation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under extreme weather conditions.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt operations and DOT regulations
• Ability to thrive in teamwork environments.
• Professional, courteous, and safety-driven work ethic
• Strong customer service skills
• Great communication skills
• Fluent in English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to repeatedly move/lift 50 lbs. and climb in and out of heavy equipment.
• Ability to work and maintain alert around dirt, dust, and noise associated with heavy equipment, and during all weather conditions.
• May require sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm during critical situations.
• Ability to effectively receive, understand and transmit verbal and written instructions.
• Be a leader while on shift by supporting TransPremier, LLC Safety Culture.
• Follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures.
• Maintain working area clean and in an orderly condition.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effectively communicate verbally and written.
• Solve practical and analytical problems and manage the pressure associated with deadline-oriented atmosphere and customer service issues.
• Demonstrates skill in making independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships with crew members, drivers, and customers to reduce the stress that comes with last minute schedule changes.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes. Must be able to work-days/nights, weekends and extended hours when necessary.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, resourcefulness, and adaptive thinking.

Our goal at TransPremier is to operate without any accidents, injuries, environmental problems, or property damage. We also strive to provide the best trucking and cleanup services through safety, efficiency, and complete customer satisfaction. We need your help to make this happen. Following and enforcing the adherence of our safety, environmental and operational procedures will help ensure that we are all working toward this goal.

MISSION:

Serve the Florida community by providing our customers with efficient and professional asphalt hauling, road clean-up, and milling services that prioritize safety, integrity, and eco-consciousness.

VISION:

Be the leading integrated service provider within Florida’s road construction industry by providing trustworthy services, encouraging innovation, and empowering our employees.