Road Builders

Road builders operate equipment used for applying concrete, asphalt, or other materials to road beds, parking lots, or airport runways and taxiways, or equipment used for tamping gravel, dirt, or other materials. Includes concrete and asphalt paving machine operators, form tampers, tamping machine operators, and stone spreader operators.

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demand
(through 2026)

high

time commitment

1-2 Years

average salary

$70000

job openings
(through 2026)

10,000+

what you’ll do

Operate machines to spread, smooth, level, or steel-reinforce stone, concrete, or asphalt on road beds.
Observe the distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow, and indicate low spots for workers to add material.
Control traffic.
Light burners or start heating units of machines, and regulate screed temperatures and asphalt flow rates.
Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using mechanics' hand tools, or report malfunctions to supervisors.

education & training required

Training can occur through a technical school, community college, registered apprenticeship program or an industry training program.

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