Construction Laborer

CRH; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $19–$22/hr

Sign-on bonus $1500

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Safety-focused team

Career growth opportunities

On-site teamwork

Job summary

CRH Americas Building Products is hiring a Construction Laborer in Muskogee, OK. The role supports both general labor and paving crews, with room for advancement into Foreman-led responsibilities and further skill development.

Compensation includes hourly pay between $19 and $22, plus a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits. Strong safety focus, teamwork, and reliability are essential to succeed on varied job sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in construction is a plus but not required; attitude matters.
• At least 18 years old and able to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Commitment to safety policies and PPE usage.
• Willingness to travel, work nights, weekends, and outside local area.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Support construction and paving crews with hands-on tasks.
• Follow safety policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Direct trucks with hand signals and operate small power tools as needed.
• Dig, spread, and level materials; move tools and supplies efficiently.
• Install and remove traffic control devices to keep zones safe.
• Maintain reliable attendance and adapt to changing project needs.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job ID: 530490

CRH Americas Building Products is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Be part of something bigger. Start your career where opportunity, growth, and teamwork pave the way forward.

About The Role

As a Construction Laborer, you’ll play a vital role in a wide range of construction and paving projects. Embrace the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute across various tasks, adapting to the dynamic needs of our job sites. The Construction Laborer career path includes roles such as General Laborer and Paving Laborer, offering room for advancement and skill development.

Why Join Us?

• Pay: $19-$22 an hour, depending on experience
• Sign-on bonus $1500 to welcome you to our crew.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to support your well-being.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you invest in your future.
• Paid time off so you can recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Be a part of a respected crew that values safety, teamwork, and hard work.
• Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing the results of your work in our completed projects.
• Grow your career with opportunities to advance and expand your skills.
• Work in a supportive environment where your contribution matters every day.

What You'll Do

• Champion a safe work environment by rigorously following all safety policies, procedures, and protocols—your safety and that of your team is our top priority.
• Follow all companies, OSHA, and MSHA regulations for safe and compliant job execution, and promptly report any issues to leadership or safety personnel.
• Support the construction and paving crews with hands-on tasks such as shoveling, raking, operating a wheelbarrow, and directing trucks for safe and precise operations.
• Communicate with equipment operators to ensure seamless movement and alignment of materials using hand signals and tools.
• Execute daily tasks as directed by your Foreman, adapting quickly to the ever-changing demands of the project.
• Operate small power tools (e.g., jackhammers) as needed, improving your technical skill set on the job.
• Dig, spread, and level construction materials for optimal project results.
• Move and handle materials, tools, and supplies with care and efficiency.
• Install, relocate, and remove traffic control devices such as signs, barricades, and cones to keep work zones safe.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance—your presence makes a difference.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned—no two days are ever the same.

Who You Are

• Motivated, reliable, and ready to learn new skills in a hands-on environment.
• A team player who communicates well and supports others.
• Resilient and adaptable, willing to take on both familiar and new tasks as needed.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in construction is a plus but not required—your attitude and work ethic matter most.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.
• Commitment to following all safety requirements, procedures, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed—your health and safety come first.
• Flexibility to travel, work nights, weekends, and outside of your local area when the job requires it.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and tools is helpful; willingness to learn is essential.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, lift (up to 50 lbs), and perform manual tasks in all weather and working conditions.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designers, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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.

CRH Americas Building Products (ABP), a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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