Asphalt Laborers

The Contractor Consultants; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Year-end bonus

401(k) with company match

Overtime opportunities

Uniforms & PPE

Team events

Job summary

Julius C Howe Asphalt & Sealing Co is seeking an Asphalt Laborer to lead premium paving, grading, and asphalt modification projects in commercial and residential settings. Based at sites around Cleves, OH, you will work with a technically skilled crew and use specialized equipment to deliver high-quality results.

You will follow safety guidelines, maintain site organization, and adapt to varying conditions on strict schedules, with opportunities for overtime and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Active and valid driver's license required for field assignment.
• Physical capacity for demanding construction labor and heavy materials.
• Ability to work outdoors in high-temperature, fast-paced field conditions.
• Strong listening skills to interpret and execute technical field instructions.
• High reliability and attention to structural details.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all technical phases of hot-mix asphalt paving, milling, and patching repairs.
• Shovel, rake, and smooth asphalt mixtures to ensure a flawless finish.
• Operate specialized pavement installation tools and small field equipment per standards.
• Load, unload, and stage materials, tools, and safety machinery at jobsites.
• Maintain an organized, hazard-free job site layout to optimize workflow.
• Collaborate with the paving crew to meet production targets and timelines.
• Enforce safety guidelines and wear mandatory personal protective gear.

Skills

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Listening skills

Reliability

Tools

Plate compactors

Asphalt saws

Mechanical rollers

Job description

Asphalt Laborer – Direct High-End Surface Refinement and Technical Paving Projects

Job Overview

• Company: Julius C Howe Asphalt & Sealing Co.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour (Depending on experience).
• Location: Cleves, OH.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Overtime opportunities available).
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.

The Opportunity

You will drive the structural execution of premium paving, grading, and asphalt modification projects across commercial and residential locations. This position offers the field autonomy to master heavy civil construction workflows while using specialized machinery within a close-knit, highly technical crew. You will directly impact infrastructure longevity and community safety while securing rapid career advancement.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Assist in all technical phases of commercial hot-mix asphalt paving, milling, and patching repairs.
• Shovel, rake, and smooth raw asphalt mixtures with high precision to guarantee a flawless, uniform finish.
• Operate specialized pavement installation tools and small mechanical field equipment according to strict standards.
• Load, unload, and stage structural materials, industrial toolsets, and safety machinery across active jobsites.
• Maintain an immaculate and highly organized job site layout to eliminate field hazards and optimize workflow.
• Collaborate with your assigned paving crew to bypass strict production timelines and meet performance targets.
• Enforce strict compliance with global paving safety guidelines while utilizing mandatory corporate personal protective gear.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Active and valid driver's license necessary for field assignment and transport operations.
• Physical capacity to execute demanding construction labor, handle heavy materials, and stand for extended periods.
• Demonstrated resilience working productively outdoors under high-temperature, fast-paced field conditions.
• Strong listening skills with a proven capability to interpret and execute direct technical field instructions.
• High reliability, a meticulous eye for structural details, and a dedicated personal work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Prior hands-on experience working with hot-mix asphalt, concrete placement, or heavy civil paving operations.
• Practical knowledge of grading layouts, base preparation, compaction mechanics, and commercial structural patching.
• Familiarity with small motorized site machinery such as plate compactors, asphalt saws, and mechanical rollers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $18.00 to $22.00 based entirely on technical field experience.
• Stable financial infrastructure featuring a dependable weekly pay cycle and a year-end performance bonus.
• Established 401(k) retirement savings program supported by an immediate corporate employer match.
• Substantial overtime potential during peak construction seasons to maximize your earning power.
• Premium uniform provisions, high-visibility field work apparel, and comprehensive personal safety equipment.
• Vibrant corporate team culture including annual company picnics, family BBQs, and a holiday Christmas party.

About Us

Julius C Howe Asphalt & Sealing Co is an elite pavement contractor specializing in comprehensive residential and commercial asphalt services. We treat our workforce like family, providing top-tier industry safety Backing, advanced mechanical resources, and real pathways for vocational growth. Our company champions a supportive, team-oriented workplace where hard work is celebrated and individual contributions are valued.

Julius C Howe Asphalt & Sealing Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.