Job Description
Core Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Drive the 10-ton vibratory roller in steady, overlapping passes over the ground or asphalt to achieve the required density and smoothness.
Vibration Control: Adjust the drum's frequency and amplitude settings based on the material type (soil, rock, or asphalt) and layer thickness.
Pre-Operation Checks: Inspect fluid levels, brakes, tires/drums, and safety systems daily before starting the machine.
Routine Maintenance: Perform basic upkeep, such as greasing joints, cleaning the drum, and checking water spray systems.
Site Safety: Follow strict safety rules, watch for ground workers and underground utilities, and park in designated secure zones.
Team Communication: Work alongside site foremen, grade setters, and other heavy equipment operators to meet project density goals.
Requirements and Qualifications
Experience: 1 to 3+ years operating heavy compaction machinery on earthworks or road projects.
Licensing: Valid heavy equipment operator license or certification as required by local transport and labor laws.
Physical Fitness: Ability to climb ladders to access the cab and sit or work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of soil compressibility, material moisture, and roller speed adjustments