**Description** Austin Bridge & Road is currently seeking experienced **Asphalt Paving Machine Screed Operators** for any of the North Texas asphalt projects. We excel at what we do and are looking for talented construction professionals that want to excel with us. The **Asphalt Paving Machine Screed Operator** is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the screed. This positions operates the screed to provide the level asphalt surface. **Responsibilities** + Perform daily equipment maintenance and inspections + Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner + Prior to and at the end of each shift ensure the screed is clean and properly adjusted for the type of paving to be completed. + Monitor temperature settings + Adjust the screed paving reference components to the project specs, paving, width, depth (thickness), grade and slope + Ensure proper contact between gates and the paving surface + Adjust endgate springs and chains for clearance + Be able to troubleshoot problems and make the necessary screed adjustments concerning the asphalt during paving operations + Install/Remove electronic grade control + Assist paving crew with site preparation and any other activity as needed + Participate as a vital team member, contributing towards Austin’s success + Attend daily safety meetings + Follow safety policies and procedures + Work hours adjusted to meet the project’s needs; days, nights and weekends + Able to work in adverse weather conditions, hot or cold temperatures + Other duties as assigned **Qualifications** + 1+ years of experience operating asphalt equipment + Must have a strong commitment to jobsite safety + Diligent in demonstrating safe work practices. + Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Bridge & Road is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position **Benefits & Compensation** We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. **We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!** To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned . **Austin Bridge & Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** _See_ the “Know Your Rights” poster available in English (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) and Spanish (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp\_10\_20.pdf) . _See_ the “Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision” poster available in English (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) and Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_formatted\_Spanish2-27-18ESQA508c.pdf) . **About Austin Bridge and Road** A leader in the heavy highway and transportation industry for more than 100 years, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services, and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways, runways, bridges, rail projects, and water/wastewater facilities.To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/bridge-road . **No Third-Party Inquiries Please** This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so ( _i.e._ , payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement). Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.