Roller Operator - HRI Inc., - State College, PA

Subsidiary: Barrett Industries

HRI, Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania, in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Since 1947, HRI has expanded to include paving, water, sewer, airport, highway, and bridge projects as well as asphalt plants and aggregate quarries. To learn more about HRI visit

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Job Summary

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and upbeat Roller Operator, the qualified candidate will be based in Pennsylvania. Some travel will be a requirement for the position.

The Roller Operator position is within our Highway Region, where we are a leader in asphalt paving, products, and heavy civil construction. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a consistent record of success in fast-paced environments. Must have the ability to work with and connect with cross-functional teams. Our project market includes most of Pennsylvania and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate steel-wheeled, rubber-tired, vibrator, segmented or other type of roller to compact earth, subgrade, sub-base and asphalt surfaces.
• Distribute, break down, compress and give a finished surface to cooling asphalt.
• Drive machine in successive overlapping passes over surfaces to be compacted, rolling subgrade and asphalt to desired compaction and smoothness.
• Determine speed and direction of machine based on knowledge of compressibility of material under changing temperatures.
• Push hand roller and pound surfaces, using hand tamp, or guide portable power roller over areas not accessible to road roller.
  
  

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving history
• Prior experience preferred
  
  

Skills

• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
• Ability to use equipment and tools accurately and safely
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to work with a team and in a fast-paced environment
• Independent work ethic and professional, positive demeanor
• Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitudes
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must have an acceptable safety record and be committed to working safely
• Overtime as required
• Must follow the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance, use hands to move and manipulate objects, and communicate (talk and hear)
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles, loud noise, fuel, oil, and other chemicals
  
  

Benefits

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Great starting rates
• Sign on Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded to all hired candidates after 90 days of employment
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  

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