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Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Childress, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Abilene, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Wichita Falls, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Amarillo, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

Roller Operator

Orlando, FL

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Forney, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Irving, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Grand Prairie, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Lubbock, TX

General Summary Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades ... Gas-Roller Operator. Education * High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

MasTec Inc

Roller Operator

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

Overview The Roller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Breakdown ... to road roller. * Operate the Finish Roller in successive overlapping passes to apply final finish ...

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How much do overnight road roller operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight road roller operator in the United States is $25.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Overnight Road Roller Operator do?

An Overnight Road Roller Operator is responsible for operating heavy road roller machinery during nighttime hours to compact soil, gravel, concrete, or asphalt in the construction and maintenance of roads and other surfaces. Working overnight helps minimize traffic disruptions and allows for safer, more efficient work. Operators must ensure the machinery is functioning correctly, follow safety protocols, and coordinate with other crew members to achieve the desired compaction results.

What is the difference between Overnight Road Roller Operator vs Day Road Roller Operator?

AspectOvernight Road Roller OperatorDay Road Roller Operator
CertificationsValid CDL or specialized equipment certificationsValid CDL or specialized equipment certifications
Work EnvironmentNight shifts, lower traffic, quieter sitesDay shifts, busier sites, higher traffic
Industry UsageUsed in construction, paving, infrastructure projectsUsed in construction, paving, infrastructure projects

Both Overnight Road Roller Operators and Day Road Roller Operators require similar certifications and work in construction environments. The main difference lies in their work hours, with overnight operators working night shifts to minimize traffic disruptions, while day operators work during regular daytime hours. Both roles are essential in construction projects, ensuring smooth and efficient site operations around the clock.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight Road Roller Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Road Roller Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, good physical stamina, and a valid heavy equipment operator's license or certification. Familiarity with road construction machinery, safety protocols, and GPS or compaction monitoring systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently during nighttime hours are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality roadwork, especially under low-light and time-sensitive conditions.

What are some unique challenges faced by Overnight Road Roller Operators, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Overnight Road Roller Operators often work in low-light conditions and must remain highly alert for safety, as visibility is reduced and there may be fewer support staff on site. Managing fatigue and maintaining focus during long nighttime shifts is crucial, so good sleep routines and self-care practices are important. Operators also need to be comfortable working independently and communicating effectively with a smaller, often rotating team. Familiarity with night work protocols and experience operating heavy equipment in varying weather conditions can be valuable assets for applicants.
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Infographic showing various Overnight Road Roller Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Full Time, 63% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,934 per year, or $25.4 per hour.
ROLLER OPERATOR

ROLLER OPERATOR

Granite

Childress, TX

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Granite Telecommunications rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 96 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

Drives heavy rolling machine (road roller) to compact earth fills, subgrades, flexible base, and bituminous surface to grade specifications preparatory to construction of highways, streets, and runways.

Essential Job Accountabilities

  • Moves levers, depresses pedals, turns handwheels, and pushes throttle to control and guide machine.

  • Drives machine in successive overlapping passes over surface to be compacted.

  • Determines speed and direction of machine, based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures, so that ridges are not formed by excessive pressure.

  • Pushes hand roller and pounds surfaces, using hand tamp, or guides portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.

  • May be designated according to surface rolled as Road-Roller Operator, Hot Mix; Subgrade-Roller Operator; or according to source of power used as Diesel-Roller Operator; Gas-Roller Operator.

Education

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Certification

  • Proper certification required

Work Experience

  • Appropriate training and experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Workers should be able to:

  • Read engineering drawing

  • Practice good safety habits

  • Work in dusty or dirty surroundings

  • Follow instructions and meet set standards

  • Judge distances and slopes accurately

  • Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Physically, workers must be able to:

  • Stoop, bend, and crouch

  • Use hands, arms, and legs fully

  • See well (either naturally or with correction)

  • Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For additional information on applicant/employee rights please clickhere.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening.Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place.Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

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