Screed Operator Jobs
Screed Operator jobs are open across residential construction, commercial concrete work, and civil infrastructure, from entry-level laborer transitions to lead and foreman roles, with specializations in laser screed operation, hand screeding, and asphalt finishing. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast and Midwest since the company’s founding in 1923. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.
MISSION
- Operates the specific vehicles used for the project work in their field of specialty (road, pipelines, rail, etc.) in observance of the safety guidelines.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Applies the safety guidelines linked to their activities including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Prepares for their work: analysis of the information concerning the carrying out of the work, transfer of vehicles to the construction site, installs construction site signs and provides access roads in compliance with the traffic rules for safe work.
- Takes care of the proper adjustment of their equipment and vehicles before operating them.
- Carries out the work, operating the vehicles according to the prerogatives of the required authorizations and ensuring safety.
- Carries out work based on precise directives from their hierarchy.
- Maintains vehicles: clearing and verification of vehicles after use, carries out standard upkeep (minor repairs) in observance of the company’s environmental guidelines and the regulations, notifies their manager in the event of anomalies.
PROFILE
- Professional qualification
- Authorizations to operate vehicles linked to the field of activity
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
INTRODUCTION
Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast and Midwest since the company’s founding in 1923. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.
MISSION
- Operates the specific vehicles used for the project work in their field of specialty (road, pipelines, rail, etc.) in observance of the safety guidelines.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Applies the safety guidelines linked to their activities including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Prepares for their work: analysis of the information concerning the carrying out of the work, transfer of vehicles to the construction site, installs construction site signs and provides access roads in compliance with the traffic rules for safe work.
- Takes care of the proper adjustment of their equipment and vehicles before operating them.
- Carries out the work, operating the vehicles according to the prerogatives of the required authorizations and ensuring safety.
- Carries out work based on precise directives from their hierarchy.
- Maintains vehicles: clearing and verification of vehicles after use, carries out standard upkeep (minor repairs) in observance of the company’s environmental guidelines and the regulations, notifies their manager in the event of anomalies.
PROFILE
- Professional qualification
- Authorizations to operate vehicles linked to the field of activity
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Colas2
- Martin Marietta2
- C.W. Matthews Contracting Co.1
- Granite Construction1
- Kinsley Construction1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Fashion & Apparel1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in screed operator jobs.
- Proven experience operating laser screed equipment on commercial or industrial concrete pours
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and elevation specifications
- Knowledge of concrete consistency, slump tolerances, and flatness and levelness standards
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for extended periods on active pour sites
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to reach job sites across a region
- ACI Flatwork Finisher certification or equivalent concrete finishing credential preferred
Tips for Your Screed Operator Job Search
List every screeding method you know
Hiring managers scan for specific techniques like laser screed, wet screed, and hand-rod finishing. Call each one out by name on your resume rather than grouping them under a generic 'concrete finishing' label, so your application matches keyword searches in applicant tracking systems.
Certify your concrete flatwork skills
An ACI Flatwork Finisher or Technician credential separates you from applicants who only list years of experience. List the credential with its expiration date prominently in your resume header so recruiters see it before they reach your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists screed operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target listings by project type
Filter your search by project type, such as ground-up commercial pours, tilt-wall, or residential slab work. Your experience on a laser screed for a warehouse floor is a stronger match for an industrial GC than for a homebuilder, so targeting correctly cuts wasted applications.
Bring photos to the interview
Concrete finishing work doesn't lend itself to a portfolio the way design does, but a phone photo set showing finished slab surfaces, flatness tolerance results, or large-scale pours gives an interviewer something tangible to anchor your claims about quality and scale of work.
Negotiate your shift premium upfront
Many concrete pours start before dawn or run overnight to beat temperature windows. Ask in the interview whether the role includes night or early-morning shift differentials and confirm that in writing before you accept an offer, since this is rarely listed in job postings.
Screed Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most screed operators?
The companies hiring the most screed operators right now include Colas, Martin Marietta, and C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Colorado, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large commercial concrete subcontractors and civil infrastructure firms tend to post the most consistent volume of openings.
How many screed operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of screed operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of the work. The sub-areas most likely to include any remote component are estimating, crew scheduling, and project coordination roles that blend screed operator experience with office responsibilities.
How do you become a screed operator?
Start as a concrete laborer or finisher's helper on a crew that does slab pours, where you'll learn mix consistency, grade reading, and hand-rod techniques on the job. Once you're comfortable with manual screeding, seek out crews that run laser screed equipment and ask to operate it under supervision. Earning an ACI Flatwork Finisher credential validates your skills to employers and speeds up hiring.
Can you get hired as a screed operator with little experience?
Yes, many commercial concrete subcontractors hire entry-level crew members and train them on screeding from the ground up, particularly when experienced operators are short in their area. Emphasize any related labor experience such as concrete finishing, asphalt work, or general construction, and be upfront about your willingness to work early-morning or overnight pour schedules, which are harder positions to fill.
What does the screed operator interview process look like?
Most screed operator interviews start with a phone screen from a superintendent or HR contact covering your equipment experience and availability. A field interview or site visit often follows, where you may be asked to demonstrate grade-reading or discuss how you handle a pour that's running hot. References from a foreman or project manager who can speak to your flatness results carry significant weight in the final decision.
Where can I find and apply to screed operator jobs?
You can find and apply to screed operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your equipment experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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