Screed Operator

Job Description: Screed Operator Company: AMAT (RiverBend Construction, a CRH company) Location: Salem, Oregon, United States (Homebase: Eugene, OR) Job ID: 521837

About the Company RiverBend Construction, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family. We value a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented national aggregate, asphalt concrete, and construction family of companies. For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services. We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.

Position Overview This is a skilled position involving control and operation of the screed on the asphalt paving machine. A thorough understanding of all aspects of the paving industry is required, including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction, and other details related to asphalt paving.

The operator will:

• Control material taken into the paver.
• Control the depths of material distributed through the machine.
• Lead in planning out the job (walking and marking plan with foreman or paver operator).
• Measure out the passes.
• Determine the yield of a truckload of material.
• Communicate with the paving operator to keep the pace of the job steady.
• Monitor mat edges, joints, and other aspects of job quality.

Location & Travel

• Homebase: Eugene, OR.
• Must be willing to travel as needed for business demands.

Shift

• Days, nights, weekends.
• Varies based on business demands.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a current member or able to join Operators 701.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• At least 1-2 years previous experience in construction, specifically in paving equipment operations, or related education/experience.
• Must have knowledge of proper equipment operation, grade, and work operations.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and nights as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid CDL License.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate Roller, Paver, Screed, Blade, Loader, Backhoe, or other heavy equipment.
• Load and unload equipment and secure equipment on trailer.
• Assist labor crew including shoveling, raking, and compacting of asphalt materials.
• Routinely assist other members of the workforce in different areas of production.
• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to traffic hazards and moving mechanical parts.
• Work outside in various weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud; however, PPE will be provided by our team to keep you safe.
• Please provide your own pair of steel-toed boots.
• Job requires the following motions: bending, hammering, stooping, pushing, pulling, squatting, throwing.
• Walking and standing occupy most of the work day.

Note: The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

How to Apply If youre up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today. Once you click "Apply Now," you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile, and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day.

Thank you for your interest.

RiverBend Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability.

Posting Dates

• Start Date: 3/20/26
• End Date: 5/31/26