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Paving Equipment Operators

Paving equipment operators use machines to apply asphalt and concrete to roads.

Concrete paving machine operators run machines that apply concrete, and spread and level wet concrete. They move levers and turn wheels to operate the vehicle and control attachments.

Quick Facts

Wages:  Above the median   $19.00 / hour

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Employment Outlook:   Percent Growth   6.4%
Below average


Education and Training Needed:
Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)

Skills Needed:

Maintaining Equipment,  Teaching,  Thinking Critically 

Tools and Technology:

  • Tools: Road pavers,  Rollers,  Paving material mixers 
  • Technology: Electronic mail software,  Spreadsheet software,  Time accounting software 

Job Title Examples:

Asphalt Paving Machine Operator,  Loader Operator,  Paver Operator