Asphalt Laborer

Gerken Companies; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid or discounted YMCA membership

Dental and vision insurance

Medical insurance through Laborers’ Union

401(k) plan

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A construction firm located in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking an Asphalt Laborer to support paving operations by performing manual tasks such as lifting and moving materials. This full-time, seasonal role requires union membership and entails working outdoors in various weather conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience in asphalt paving. The company offers professional development, medical insurance, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in asphalt paving operations required.
• Experience operating screed on an asphalt paver preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL preferred.
• Experience operating screed on an asphalt paver (preferred).
• Valid Class A CDL (preferred).
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks like digging, lifting, and moving materials.
• Prepare job sites by clearing obstacles and addressing hazards.
• Support skilled workers such as Operators and Flaggers.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials from trucks.
• Support skilled workers such as Operators and Flaggers.
• Maintain a clean and organized construction site.
• Properly dispose of debris according to safety and environmental guidelines.
• Report safety hazards, incidents, or issues promptly.
• Stay alert and aware of active construction site conditions.
• Maintain regular in-person attendance.

Skills

Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment

Strong communication skills

Ability to adapt to changing tasks

Positive, dependable work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Asphalt paver

Construction tools

Job description

At Gerken Paving, Inc., we’re part of something bigger — The Gerken Companies.Our values guide how we work every day:

• Integrity in every decision, from operations to customer service
• Safety as a shared responsibility across every site and team
• Shared success that creates stability for our people and strong partnerships with our customers
• Professional development through training, mentorship, and empowering our teams to grow
• Community support because we live where we work and care about the places we serve

If you’re ready to work hard, support paving operations, and be part of a company that values safety and teamwork—this could be the opportunity for you.

About the Role

We’re hiring an Asphalt Laborer to perform a variety of manual tasks that support paving operations and ensure smooth, efficient project progress. This is a full‑time, seasonal position. Union membership is required for this role.

What You’ll Do

• Perform manual labor tasks such as digging, lifting, carrying, and moving materials
• Prepare job sites by clearing obstacles and addressing potential hazards
• Transport and handle construction materials, tools, and equipment
• Assist with loading and unloading materials from trucks
• Support skilled workers such as Operators and Flaggers
• Maintain a clean and organized construction site
• Properly dispose of debris according to safety and environmental guidelines
• Report safety hazards, incidents, or issues promptly
• Stay alert and aware of active construction site conditions
• Maintain regular in‑person attendance

Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and crouch for extended periods
• Lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Tolerate noise, odors, dust, grease, and chemicals like gasoline and diesel
• Willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment
• Experience in asphalt paving operations (required)
• Experience operating screed on an asphalt paver (preferred)
• Valid Class A CDL (preferred)
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a positive, dependable work ethic

What We Offer

• Company‑paid or discounted YMCA membership
• Dental and vision insurance
• Medical insurance offered through the Laborers’ Union
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plan
• A supportive and growth‑oriented work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Stability and a rewarding livelihood for you and your family

Ready to join a hardworking paving crew? Apply today and help us build safe, quality roads and projects across our communities.

Gerken Paving, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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