Segmental Paver

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Segmental Paver

What they do

Lay out, cut, and place segmental paving units. Includes installers of bedding and restraining materials for the paving units.

Also Called: Cutter, Paver, Paver Installer, Paver Layer, Paving Stone Installer, Segmental Wall Installer, Cutter, Paver, Paver Installer, Paver Layer, Paving Stone Installer, Segmental Wall Installer

$34,840
Starting Salary (2023)
$47,090
Median Salary (2023)
%
Projected Job Growth
28,930
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Compact bedding sand and pavers to finish the paved area, using a plate compactor.
Prepare base for installation by removing unstable or unsuitable materials, compacting and grading the soil, draining or stabilizing weak or saturated soils and taking measures to prevent water penetration and migration of bedding sand.
Set pavers, aligning and spacing them correctly.
Design paver installation layout pattern and create markings for directional references of joints and stringlines.
Sweep sand from the surface prior to opening to traffic.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Self-Control
Concern for Others
Integrity
Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Coordination
Social Perceptiveness
Operation and Control

Expected Knowledge

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Common Activities

Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

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