Position Overview: The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers
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Position Overview: The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers
Roller Operator (Compactor Operator)
White Lake, MI · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Retirement
The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers * Compact asphalt according ...
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Roller Operator (Compactor Operator)
White Lake, MI · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Retirement
The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers * Compact asphalt according ...
Roller Operator (Compactor Operator)
White Lake, MI · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Position Overview: The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers
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Roller Operator (Compactor Operator)
White Lake, MI · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Position Overview: The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards. Responsibilities: * Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
$15 - $18.75/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of ...
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
$15 - $18.75/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of ...
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
$15.50 - $19/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of a Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years ...
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
$15.50 - $19/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of a Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years ...
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator (Heavy Civil Construction)
$18.50 - $23.75/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of ...
Skilled Laborer - Roller Compactor Operator (Heavy Civil Construction)
$18.50 - $23.75/hr
Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of ... Requires operation of Roller Compactor. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of ...
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Asphalt Roller Operator
Tampa, FL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
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Team FAC is highly adaptable and able to flex to meet the needs, changes and challenges that come ... Our operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and seal ...
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Asphalt Roller Operator
Tampa, FL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Team FAC is highly adaptable and able to flex to meet the needs, changes and challenges that come ... Our operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and seal ...
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Asphalt Roller Operator
Tampa, FL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Team FAC is highly adaptable and able to flex to meet the needs, changes and challenges that come ... Our operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and seal ...
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Asphalt Roller Operator
Tampa, FL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Team FAC is highly adaptable and able to flex to meet the needs, changes and challenges that come ... Our operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and seal ...
Roller Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Angleton, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Angleton, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Fayetteville, NC · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Fayetteville, NC · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Angleton, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Angleton, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Rockingham, NC · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Rockingham, NC · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Merritt Island, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Merritt Island, FL · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Roller Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Operate rollers and compaction equipment to compact various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt, and other surfaces according to project specifications. * Learn and adhere to all safety ...
Flex Roller Compactor Operator information
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$12.26 - $14.05
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$14.05 - $15.84
12% of jobs
$17.52 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.84 - $17.64
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$17.64 - $19.43
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The median wage is $20.94 / hr.
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$25.62 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.80 - $26.60
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$26.60 - $28.39
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How much do flex roller compactor operator jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for flex roller compactor operator in the United States is $22.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What does a flex roller compactor operator do?
A Flex Roller Compactor Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery known as roller compactors to compress and smooth out surfaces such as soil, asphalt, or other materials, typically on construction sites. This role involves inspecting equipment before use, following safety protocols, and ensuring that surfaces are compacted to the required specifications. Operators may also perform basic maintenance on their equipment and work closely with other construction team members to complete projects efficiently.
What is the difference between Flex Roller Compactor Operator vs Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator?
| Aspect | Flex Roller Compactor Operator | Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma, OSHA safety training, equipment operation certifications | High school diploma, OSHA safety training, equipment operation certifications |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, roadwork, industrial projects | Road construction, paving projects, outdoor construction sites |
| Industry Usage | Heavy construction, infrastructure development | Road and highway construction, paving |
| Job Focus | Operating rollers to compact soil, asphalt, or other materials | Operating paving machines to lay asphalt or concrete |
While both roles involve heavy equipment operation in construction, the Flex Roller Compactor Operator primarily focuses on compacting materials like soil and asphalt, whereas the Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator specializes in laying asphalt surfaces. Both require similar certifications and work in outdoor construction environments, but their specific tasks differ significantly.
What skills and qualifications are needed to be a flex roller compactor operator?
To thrive as a Flex Roller Compactor Operator, you need a solid understanding of heavy equipment operation, safety protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with compactor machinery, GPS systems, and basic maintenance tools is typically required, along with any necessary operator certifications. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a construction team are standout soft skills. These abilities are essential for ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality compaction work on construction sites.
What are common challenges faced by flex roller compactor operators on construction sites?
Flex Roller Compactor Operators often encounter challenges such as working in variable weather conditions, maneuvering heavy equipment in tight or uneven spaces, and maintaining consistent compaction quality across different soil types. Communication with other site crews is essential to ensure safety and project efficiency, especially when multiple machines are in operation. Operators must also stay vigilant about equipment maintenance to prevent breakdowns and adhere to strict safety protocols throughout their shifts.
What cities are hiring for Flex Roller Compactor Operator jobs?
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$20 - $35/hr
Full-time
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Job description
Position Overview:
The Roller Operator ensures proper compaction of asphalt surfaces to meet quality and durability standards.
Responsibilities:
• Operate steel drum and/or pneumatic rollers
• Compact asphalt according to specifications
• Monitor mat temperature and rolling patterns
• Perform routine equipment inspections
• Communicate with paving crew for consistent results
Qualifications:
• Prior roller operation experience preferred
• Understanding of compaction techniques
• Ability to work efficiently with the paving crew
• Strong safety awareness
Why Work at HG Sartor Asphalt Paving?
Why Work at HG Sartor Asphalt Paving?
• Family-owned company with over 40 years of experience
• Seasonal full-time work with overtime opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity for growth and long-term employment