Operate, monitor, and maintain the asphalt kettle throughout the workday, including startup, temperature control, and safe shutdown Maintain asphalt at proper EVT (equiviscous temperature) and monitor against flash point at all times Load asphalt kegs/blocks, manage propane supply, and keep material flowing to the roof via pump, hoist, or lugger Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance on kettles, pumps, hoses, generators, and small engines Maintain fire watch, keep extinguishers staged and inspected, and enforce the hot work safety zone Set up and break down the ground-level work area, including traffic control and barricades Assist the roofing crew with material handling, tear-off, and installation as needed Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety requirements without exception. Mechanical or equipment maintenance background (small engine, hydraulic, diesel, or fleet repair) - top of our pay range is reserved for operators who can also service the equipment Experience with BUR and modified bitumen systems Experience on tight urban sites Powered Industrial Truck / forklift certification.