Construction Laborer - Milling/Paving

Oldcastle Inc.; Rossville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a dedicated Crew Member to support the construction and paving of highways and roadways. This role entails hands-on work with a dynamic crew, adherence to safety procedures, and physical tasks in varying weather conditions. The candidate should be committed and adaptable, with a focus on teamwork and quality safety practices.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunity for growth and internal promotion

Qualifications

• Flexible with schedule changes and working conditions.
• Ability to adhere to company policies regarding PPE.
• Experience in using hand and power tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in paving and construction tasks using various tools.
• Maintain safety and follow directions from supervisors.
• Engage in heavy lifting and physical labor under varied conditions.

Skills

Ability to use power tools

Ability to follow safety standards

Education

High school education or GED

Job description

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Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama. For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation. We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

If you’re looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

Position Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• 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 is able to operate at normal efficiency level.
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling, raking, flagging and running wheelbarrow.
• May be required to use power and/or hand tools such as shovel, rake, hammer, saw, pneumatic hammer/drill, tamps (both manual and power driven), concrete saw, sledge hammer and other tools associated with laborer.
• 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.
• Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectation for each specific project of job site.
• Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours.
• Attitude/cooperation: always maintaining courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers and public.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school education of GED preferred but not required.

Work Requirements

• Must be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, 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 company.
• Requires riding to and from job sites. If operating company vehicle, employee must meet Driver Qualification Standard.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• 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.

Physical 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 work day.
• 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.

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 designees, 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
• Aninclusive 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! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Talley Construction, 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.