Wapiti Gravel Suppliers | Screed Operator

4101 93 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6T4 Telephone: (780) 532-1790

Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of NPA. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Summary

Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of N.P.A., is hiring a Screed Operator for the 2026 Construction Season!

As the Screed Operator, you will operate the free-floating screed attached to the Paver in a safe and efficient manner. You will be responsible for controlling the quantity and the consistency of asphalt to be deposited onto the road to achieve the desired finish and meet high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the free-floating asphalt screed in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Observe and control the distribution of asphalt mix to ensure uniformity to obtain specified compacted mat thickness and cross section, while achieving proper surface drainage with minimal segregation.
• Ensure proper depth application of the asphalt on the screed, using manual and automatic grade controls.
• Set up ski and other automatics on the paver.
• Adjust where and how thick asphalt is placed, measuring the width and thickness of asphalt, and determining the application rate.
• Using the screed controls on the paver, control the thickness of the mat by tilting the screed forward to lower the depth, and tilting the screed backwards to increase the depth.
• Set end gates and auger up asphalt to fill the screed.
• Observe terrain ahead of paver and adjust screed to factor in dips and variations in the base, to achieve level and consistent asphalt surface.
• Preheat the screed to hot mix asphalt temperature, to avoid sticking and tearing in the mat.
• Coordinate, discuss and plan project paving procedures and goals with fellow paving crew personnel.
• Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the screed.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other operation related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D preferred
• Class 5 drivers license required
• Minimum of 3 years experience with highway paving
• Knowledge of AP1055 Cat Paver Automatic System considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Auger and extension adds on considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• Schedule of Monday - Saturday up to 12 hours per day (weather dependent). Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
• Out of town travel may be required, accommodations and Live Out Allowance is applicable in most situations.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.

What's In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, extended health benefits, company matching pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!

Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, however, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.