Asphalt Laborer

Harrison-Construction; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

Harrison Construction Company, a CRH Company, seeks a Seasonal crew member for Operations, Field and Plant Management in Tennessee. You will assist in paving highways, parking lots, and driveways using handheld tools and collaborate with crewmembers to meet daily schedules.

The role requires physical labor, lifting up to 50 lbs, flexibility for night/weekend work, and adherence to safety policies. High school education is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must partner with crewmembers to pave roadways per plan specifications and, if need be, to perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to insure daily schedules/estimates are met
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. for repetitious lifting while using proper lifting techniques
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Overtime work required; out of town/county/or state work may be required

Responsibilities

• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling, raking, flagging and running wheelbarrow
• Dig, spread and level construction materials
• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies
• May assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs barricades, cones and other traffic control devices

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

High school education or equivalent preferred but not required

Job description

Requisition ID527591-Posted08/10/2026-AMAT-Harrison Construction Company-Seasonal-Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt-United States-Tennessee

Since 1947, Harrison Construction Company, a CRH company, has been the preferred source for ground-level site construction throughout eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina. Committed to quality, service and safety, our integrated products and services enable us to build and manage site development projects from concept through construction. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Job Description Summary

The crew member is essential to the construction/paving crew. The member will assist in the paving and construction of highways and private roadways, parking lots, and driveways using handheld tools.

Requirements

• Must partner with crewmembers to pave roadways per plan specifications and, if need be, to perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to insure daily schedules/estimates are met
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling, raking, flagging and running wheelbarrow
• Dig, spread and level construction materials
• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies
• May assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs barricades, cones and other traffic control devices
• Properly follow all Company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager
• Attendance required according to Company Attendance Policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level
• Attitude/cooperation: always maintaining courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers and public.
• Must be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes
• Overtime work required. Out of town/county/or state work may be required
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Must adhere to PPE (personal protective equipment) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition as supplied by company
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours
• Requires riding to and from job sites. If operating company vehicle, employee must meet Driver Qualification Standard.
• Ability to use power and/or hand tools needed to complete jobs within specifications
• Ability to follow Traffic Control Crew instructions and practice safety standards per Company Safety Policy requirements.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to withstand physical demands associated with heavy highway construction
• Must be able to adapt and work in extreme weather temperatures
• The following motions will be required: stretching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, walking, standing, reaching and squatting - these will occupy most of work day
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for repetitious lifting while using proper lifting techniques
• Will be exposed to extremes of heat or cold weather.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school education or equivalent preferred but not required.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Harrison Construction Company, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.