Asphalt Worker

Deme Construction; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Deme Construction in Sarasota, FL is seeking an Asphalt Worker to join our road crew. This is a physically demanding outdoor role requiring endurance, safety focus, and the ability to work with paving machinery in Florida weather.

You will prepare, lay, and finish asphalt for roads, driveways, and parking lots; travel across the Florida Gulf Coast as needed; must have at least 1 year of asphalt experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. We value reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of proven experience working on an asphalt paving or heavy highway construction crew.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform strenuous manual labor in extreme heat.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Site Preparation: Clean and sweep surfaces, spray tack coat/oil, and repair potholes and subsurface materials.
• Asphalt Application: Shovel, rake, and lute hot-mix asphalt to the proper grade, thickness, and slope as it is laid.
• Compaction & Finishing: Operate or assist with vibratory compactors, rollers, and hand tampers for smooth, compacted surfaces.
• Equipment Maintenance: Load/unload trucks and clean hand tools and machinery after daily use.
• Safety & Traffic Control: Set up traffic cones, signs, and act as a flagger to direct traffic and ensure OSHA/FDOT compliance.

Skills

Physical stamina

Asphalt experience

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking Asphalt Worker to join our road construction crew in Sarasota Fl. We have multiple jobs and you may travel from Manatee to Charlotte County. In this role, you will prep, lay, and finish asphalt for roads, driveways, and parking lots. This is a physically demanding, outdoor role that requires endurance, a focus on safety, and the ability to work alongside paving machinery in varying Florida weather conditions.

We are proud to be a Fair Chance employer. We evaluate all candidates on a case-by-case basis and actively encourage individuals with past convictions or justice-system involvement to apply.

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH ASPHALT AND OUTSIDE

Key Responsibilities

• Site Preparation: Clean and sweep surfaces (curbs, gutters), spray tack coat/oil, and dig out or repair potholes and subsurface materials.
• Asphalt Application: Shovel, rake, and lute (smooth) hot-mix asphalt to the proper grade, thickness, and slope as it is laid.
• Compaction & Finishing: Operate or assist with vibratory compactors, rollers, and hand tampers to ensure smooth, properly compacted surfaces.
• Equipment Maintenance: Load/unload trucks, and properly clean hand tools, power tools, and machinery after daily use.
• Safety & Traffic Control: Set up traffic cones, signs, and act as a flagger to direct traffic and ensure the work zone complies with OSHA and FDOT regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of proven experience working on an asphalt paving or heavy highway construction crew.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, walk alongside a paver, and perform strenuous manual labor in extreme heat and inclement weather.
• Lifting Capacity: Ability to repetitively lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Company Description

Working at Deme Construction offers a supportive, family-oriented environment focused on civil construction, excavation, and roadwork across Florida’s Gulf Coast. Employees benefit from hands-on learning, opportunities for career growth within a locally owned company, and a focus on safety and team culture, according to their careers site.