Laborer

Kids for the Future; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Paving Corp. is seeking a Laborer I to support asphalt paving and milling crews with essential physical tasks, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, and site cleanup. You will assist equipment operators, spot trucks, and ensure safe workflows in active construction zones.

The role requires ability to follow directions, learn hand tools, and maintain safety standards. 18+ years old, with reliable transportation, and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn how to use hand tools and control traffic according to regulations.
• Reliable transportation.
• Able to work as part of a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks to support paving and milling operations, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, shoveling, raking, and site cleanup.
• Support milling operations by cleaning behind the mill, removing loose material, and maintaining safe work areas, or assist paving operations by preparing edges, cleaning joints, and supporting asphalt placement.
• Assist equipment operators by providing directions, maintaining safe distances, and supporting efficient workflow while acting as a truck spotter to guide haul trucks safely into position and ensure proper dumping procedures.
• Performs essential paving and milling labor by loading and unloading equipment, maintaining a clean and safe jobsite, and preparing work areas by clearing debris, sweeping surfaces, and staging tools and materials for efficient crew operations.
• Operate small tools, hand tools and light equipment when trained (e.g., jackhammer, shovels, brooms, blower, tamper).
• Operate a pilot truck to safely guide vehicles through active construction zones and maintain proper traffic flow if designated. (Valid Driver License required)
• Sets up and removes traffic control and directs traffic through work zones when needed.
• Follow directions from the foreman and equipment operators to maintain project quality.
• Perform safety checks, use proper PPE, follow work-zone procedures, keep safe distances, report hazards immediately, and maintain a clean, compliant, hazard‑free worksite.

Skills

Physical labor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Traffic control

Tools

Jackhammer

Shovels

Rakes

Brooms

Tamper

Blower

Job description

• Job Category Paving Crew, Laborer
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

The Laborer I supports asphalt paving and milling crews by performing essential physical tasks, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, general labor duties, assisting equipment operators, spotting trucks, reviewing load tickets, operating a pilot truck, and helping with site cleanup and organization to ensure safe, efficient project operation.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks to support paving and milling operations, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, shoveling, raking, and site cleanup.
• Support milling operations by cleaning behind the mill, removing loose material, and maintaining safe work areas, or assist paving operations by preparing edges, cleaning joints, and supporting asphalt placement.
• Assist equipment operators by providing directions, maintaining safe distances, and supporting efficient workflow while acting as a truck spotter to guide haul trucks safely into position and ensure proper dumping procedures.
• Performs essential paving and milling labor by loading and unloading equipment, maintaining a clean and safe jobsite, and preparing work areas by clearing debris, sweeping surfaces, and staging tools and materials for efficient crew operations.
• Operate small tools, hand tools (e.g jackhammer, pickaxe, shovels, and brooms.) and light equipment (e.g. blower, tamper) when trained.
• Operate a pilot truck to safely guide vehicles through active construction zones and maintain proper traffic flow if designated. (Valid Driver License required)
• Sets up and removes traffic control and directs traffic through work zones when needed.
• Follow directions from the foreman and equipment operators to maintain project quality.
• Perform safety checks, use proper PPE, follow work-zone procedures, keep safe distances, report hazards immediately, and maintain a clean, compliant, hazard‑free worksite.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn how to use hand tools and control traffic according to regulations.
• Reliable transportation
• Consistently demonstrate the organization’s core values by striving for excellence, fostering partnership, upholding integrity, and showing commitment.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work as part of a team.
• Must maintain constant situational awareness of moving vehicles, heavy machinery, and other hazards inherent to paving and construction operations
• Ability to adhere to Superior policies and other safety regulations.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and nights as required.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods; tolerate noise, vibration, heat, and outdoor conditions common to paving operations; demonstrate the manual dexterity needed to use hand tools and equipment; and maintain good eye‑hand coordination, physical fitness, multi‑limb coordination, static strength, and balance.

Work is performed outdoors on roadways, construction zones, and active traffic areas, often in hot, cold, or otherwise adverse weather. Employees are regularly exposed to hot asphalt, dust, fumes, loud noise, and vibration from tools and equipment.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Summary

Superior Paving Corp. has supported Northern Virginia’s transportation infrastructure for 50 years. We’ve recently expanded into Central Virginia, allowing us to serve even more communities across the state. From major highways to local projects, thousands of travelers rely on the work we do every day—and we take pride in doing it safely, reliably, and with the highest quality.

Our work is guided by our E.P.I.C. values: EXCELLENCE in every mile we pave, PARTNERSHIP with our teams and communities, INTEGRITY in how we operate, and COMMITMENT to safety, quality, and improvement. These values guide every decision we make.

But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our missiong is simple: Develop Remarkable Employees . We know our success comes from the individuals who represent us, and we are dedicated to helping our team members grow, lead, and build long‑term, meaningful careers.

When you join Superior Paving, you become part of a team rooted in family values, driven by purpose, and committed to building roads—and futures that stand the test of time.

SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. IS PROUD TO BE AN EEO EMPLOYER
MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABLED
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE