Role description

Under supervision, the Asphalt Finisher spreads, rakes and finishes asphalt mixtures in connection with street maintenance and repair projects. Responsibilities include: operating asphalt kettle and tool heather; assisting in the clean-up of job site after asphaltic repairs; setting up job-sites in a safe manner; and performing related duties as required.  

The essential functions and duties of the position include:

1. Spreads and rakes asphaltic mixtures
2. Irons asphalt to obtain a compact and smooth surface.
3. Clean cut-outs and prepares sub-grades before paving
4. Assists in clean-up of job site after asphaltic repairs
5. Sets up job site (including cones, barricades, high-rises and signs) in a safe manner
6. Completes standard job reports
7. May operate the screed on an asphalt paver
8. Will be the grounds person on asphalt milling machine
9. May operate asphalt kettle and tool heater
10. Drives a vehicle to work sites.
11. Perform other functions outlined in the 7404 Asphalt Finisher job classification