Asphalt Laborer - Road Crews

Oldcastle Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of asphalt paving services in Western North Carolina as an Asphalt Laborer. In this role, you'll be an essential crew member assisting with the construction and paving of highways, parking lots, and driveways. Your responsibilities will include using hand tools, performing physical labor, and ensuring safety standards are met. This position offers a dynamic work environment where teamwork and adaptability are key. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits while contributing to quality projects in your community. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Highly Competitive Base Pay

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Disability Benefits

Group Retirement Savings Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Opportunities for Growth

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Ability to operate hand and power tools effectively.
• Physical ability to perform heavy lifting and withstand extreme weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist in paving and construction of roadways and parking lots.
• Perform various tasks including shoveling, raking, and lifting materials.

Skills

Paving Techniques

Hand Tool Operation

Team Collaboration

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Located across Western North Carolina, APAC Atlantic, Inc., Asheville Division, is a leading provider of high-quality asphalt paving services. We pride ourselves in being a premier employer in our communities that strives for safety, quality, & superior service in all that we do.

ASPHALT LABORER- Candler, NC

Job Description Summary

• Crew member essential to the construction/paving crew. Member will assist in the paving and construction of highways/private roadways/parking lots/driveways using handheld tools.

Requirements

• Must partner with crewmembers to pave roadways per plan specifications and, if needed, perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to ensure 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 operates at normal efficiency level.
• Maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and the public.
• Must be flexible with last-minute schedule changes, location changes, and 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 the 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 a 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 the workday.
• 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.

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.
• A diverse and 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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability.