What is a black top roller and how to become one

Key steps to become a black top roller

1. Explore black top roller education requirements

   Most common black top roller degrees

   Bachelor's

   66.7 %

   Associate

   33.3 %

2. Complete relevant black top roller training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New black top rollers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a black top roller based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real black top roller resumes.

3. Research black top roller duties and responsibilities

   • Grade, measure and compact asphalt independently with heavy equipment.
   • Break up old concrete or pavement, using picks and shovels.

4. Apply for black top roller jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a black top roller job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams