ASPHALT PAVING CREW LABORER

Knife River - South; East Waco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Knife River is hiring an Asphalt Paving Laborer to support our paving crews. You will operate pavers, screeds, rollers and assist with raking and shoveling asphalt as part of a safety‑driven, team-based environment.

Requirements include physical stamina, the ability to work long hours in all weather, and a valid driver's license. Weekend and night shifts may be required, with ample opportunity for career growth within a strong, safety-focused company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with construction machinery is helpful.
• Proven work experience as a construction laborer is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment related to asphalt paving.
• Place, shovel and rake materials with hand tools.
• Lift and carry tools and supplies.
• Control and guide machine to lay asphalt.
• Fill tanks or hoppers with paving materials.
• Light burners on machines and regulate screed temperatures.
• Spread and compact asphalt paving.
• Smooth out stone or concrete using attachments.
• Ensure machines are well-oiled, serviced, and inspected.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Weather resilience

Weekend/Night shifts

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Attention to safety policies

Background check pass

Traffic control awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction machinery experience

Job description

Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Knife River has excellent opportunities for an Asphalt Paving Laborer. Our asphalt paving crews consist of the following - operation of pavers, screeds, rollers, distributors, as well as raking and shoveling of asphalt and other laboring duties.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Operate heavy equipment related to asphalt paving.
2. Place, shovel and rake materials with hand tools.
3. Lift and carry tools and supplies.
4. Control and guide machine to lay asphalt.
5. Fill tanks or hoppers with paving materials.
6. Light burners on machines and regulate screed temperatures.
7. Spread and compact asphalt paving.
8. Smooth out stone or concrete using special attachments.
9. Ensure all machines are well-oiled, serviced, and inspected.
10. Provide equipment cleanup as needed.
11. Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact and finish road materials, according to specifications.
12. Guide dump trucks to maintain flow of asphalt into hoppers.
13. Guide operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
14. Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
15. Assist with flagging to direct motorists away from the work zone.
16. Drive or attach machines onto tractor trailers.
17. Other duties assigned as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Ability to travel to wherever the job is needed.
2. Ability to work for long hours in all weather conditions.
3. Ability to work as part of a team.
4. Ability to work on weekends, public holidays, and at night.
5. Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull and be on your feet for long periods of time and perform physically demanding tasks.
6. Knowledge of road and traffic regulations.
7. Must have strong work ethic.
8. Communication skills; Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public in a courteous, professional manner at all times.
9. Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
10. Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Proven work experience as a construction laborer is preferred.
2. Experience with construction machinery is helpful.
3. High school diploma or equivalent.
4. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is preferred.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.