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Granite

ROLLER OPERATOR

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

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 ...

CWR Contracting, Inc.

Roller Operator

Plant City, FL · On-site

W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. (CWR) is a growing road construction company. We are seeking to fill a Roller Operator position for our local operations. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

LANDMARK PAVING LLC

Roller Operator

Sanford, FL

... to road roller. * Operate self-propelled steel-wheeled, vibrator, segmented, or other type of ... Roller operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and ...

Cincinnati Asphalt

Roller Operator

Harrison, OH

... to road roller. * Operate self-propelled steel-wheeled, vibrator, segmented, or other type of ... Roller operators may also be required to operate Steel Drum and Pad Foot Rollers to compact and ...

STAFFWORKS GROUP

Roller Operator

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$19/hr

Candidates must have experience operating asphalt rollers and working on road construction or paving projects. Job Duties: * Operate roller equipment safely on asphalt paving projects * Compact ...

Hutch Paving

Roller operator

Warren, MI · On-site

Asphalt Roller Operator Position Overview The Asphalt Roller Operator is responsible for safely ... roadway projects. Key Responsibilities * Operate asphalt rollers to compact asphalt to required ...

Northeast Paving

Roller Operator

Northfield, MA · On-site

The operator may use the vibration component occasionally. Key Duties * Safely operates roller to ... The work we do includes roadway construction, railway and bridge construction, paving and ...

Northeast Paving

Roller Operator

Hermon, ME · On-site

The operator may use the vibration component occasionally. Key Duties * Safely operates roller to ... The work we do includes roadway construction, railway and bridge construction, paving and ...

Northeast Paving

Roller Operator

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

The operator may use the vibration component occasionally. Key Duties * Safely operates roller to ... The work we do includes roadway construction, railway and bridge construction, paving and ...

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How much do road roller operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for road roller 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 Road Roller Operator do?

A Road Roller Operator operates heavy machinery designed to compact soil, asphalt, or other materials during road construction and maintenance. They ensure surfaces are properly leveled and compacted for durability and safety. Their role involves controlling the roller, monitoring material density, and following project specifications. Operators must also conduct basic equipment maintenance and adhere to safety regulations.

What are the typical working conditions and challenges faced by Road Roller Operators?

Road Roller Operators typically work outdoors on construction sites in varying weather conditions, often alongside other heavy equipment and personnel. The role may require long hours, shift work, or weekend and nighttime schedules, especially to meet project deadlines. Common challenges include maintaining concentration during repetitive tasks, ensuring safety in busy environments, and adapting to different types of terrain or materials. Teamwork is essential, as operators must coordinate with site supervisors, other machinery operators, and laborers to achieve smooth, level surfaces. Adhering to strict safety protocols and proper machine maintenance is also crucial for both personal safety and job success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Road Roller Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Road Roller Operator, you need proficiency in operating heavy machinery, a solid understanding of safety standards, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with specific road roller models, basic mechanical knowledge, and possession of a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or heavy equipment operator certification are common requirements. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills that enhance job performance and teamwork. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality road construction work while minimizing risks and workplace incidents.

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ROLLER OPERATOR

ROLLER OPERATOR

Granite Construction, Inc.

Irving, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Granite Construction rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 78 rated construction

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 click here.
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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