Heavy Equipment Operator
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Tamping-Machine Operator
Operate crawler-tire or pneumatic-tire mounted tamping machines. Also known as Asphalt Tamping Machine Operator See More
Operates crawler-tire or pneumatic-tire mounted tamping machine to compact earthen fills and finished road materials: Drives machine to work area. Moves levers to control tamping action of machine. May operate machine with interchangeable hammers to cut or break up pavement and drive guardrail posts into earth.
Personality Traits
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Tamping-Machine Operator make?
Nationally: $23,000 – $60,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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