Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
Operate equipment used for applying concrete, asphalt, or other materials to road beds, parking lots, or airport runways and taxiways or for tamping gravel, dirt, or other materials. Includes concrete and asphalt paving machine operators, form tampers, tamping machine operators, and stone spreader operators.
SOC: 47-2071.00
Common Job Titles
Equipment Operator (EO)Paver OperatorRoller OperatorScreed Operator
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
45,680
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $38,030 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $90,110 |
| Workers on average earn | $58,660 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Building and Construction3.6/5
- Mechanical3.3/5
- Mathematics2.8/5
- Public Safety and Security2.7/5
- Physics2.7/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Outlook
Technology Skills
Database softwareEmail softwareHCSS HeavyBidSpreadsheet softwareTime report softwareWarehouse management system WMSWord processing software
Tools & Equipment
Adjustable wrenchesAsphalt distributor trucksAsphalt heating equipmentAsphalt mixing equipmentAsphalt paving machinesAsphalt rakesAutomatic paving control systemsChip spreaders