On the Job - Overview of Asphalt Milling & Paving

About this course

In the realm of road construction, newcomers may underestimate the extensive effort involved in crafting the roads we traverse daily. Dylan Marbry, Asphalt Division Trainer at C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, provides a firsthand glimpse into the nightly operations of a paving crew. He delves into the intricacies of the milling and paving process, gathers insights from seasoned crew members, and imparts valuable advice for those aspiring to excel in this pivotal role.

C.W. Matthews, a prominent heavy highway construction contractor in Georgia, boasts a dedicated team exceeding 1,500 individuals devoted to community service. Their collective mission revolves around constructing dependable infrastructure to facilitate safe commuting, succinctly captured in their commitment to "Get Georgia Home."

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Learning Plan Outline

Introduction to Asphalt Milling & Paving

12 lessons

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Lessons found in this course:

On the Job – An Overview of the Milling & Paving

The Night Starts with a T5 Meeting

Setting Up Traffic Control

What is a Milling Crew?

When to Use a Mini-Planer

Clearing Out Debris with a Sweeper or Broom

Making it Stick – Running a Tack Truck

Moving Asphalt from the Dump Truck to the Paver

What to Look For When Working with a Paving

The Role of the Lute Men

Controlling the Screed

The Final Steps – Compacting the Material

About these courses

In the realm of road construction, newcomers may underestimate the extensive effort involved in crafting the roads we traverse daily. Dylan Marbry, Asphalt Division Trainer at C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, provides a firsthand glimpse into the nightly operations of a paving crew. He delves into the intricacies of the milling and paving process, gathers insights from seasoned crew members, and imparts valuable advice for those aspiring to excel in this pivotal role.

C.W. Matthews, a prominent heavy highway construction contractor in Georgia, boasts a dedicated team exceeding 1,500 individuals devoted to community service. Their collective mission revolves around constructing dependable infrastructure to facilitate safe commuting, succinctly captured in their commitment to "Get Georgia Home."

Learning Plan Outline

Introduction to Asphalt Milling & Paving

12 lessons

chevron down black 12x25

Lessons found in this course:

On the Job – An Overview of the Milling & Paving

The Night Starts with a T5 Meeting

Setting Up Traffic Control

What is a Milling Crew?

When to Use a Mini-Planer

Clearing Out Debris with a Sweeper or Broom

Making it Stick – Running a Tack Truck

Moving Asphalt from the Dump Truck to the Paver

What to Look For When Working with a Paving

The Role of the Lute Men

Controlling the Screed

The Final Steps – Compacting the Material

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