Paving Crew Raker — Hands-on Construction Helper

CRH; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

CRH Texas Materials is seeking an Asphalt Raker to help straighten joints with a lute rake and assist the paving crew on busy job sites. You’ll perform daily tool maintenance, store equipment properly, and support the overall operation of each site while maintaining safety standards.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, prior construction experience, and a commitment to safety. You must be willing to travel, work nights and weekends when required, and wear PPE as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous construction experience.
• Must pass pre-employment screening.
• Willingness to travel and work nights/weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Use lute rake to straighten asphalt joints and assist paving crew.
• Maintain daily tool maintenance and proper storage of equipment.
• Ensure safe work environment following policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Assist in shoveling and raking, backing/dumping trucks into the paver as needed.
• Signal operators to align and move materials.
• Distribute asphalt by raking on paved surfaces.
• Clean excess asphalt from tools and equipment.
• Assist in placing, moving, and dismantling signs and traffic controls.

Skills

Shovel & rake operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Reading & basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction experience

Job description

CRH Texas Materials is seeking an Asphalt Raker to help straighten joints with a lute rake and assist the paving crew on busy job sites. You’ll perform daily tool maintenance, store equipment properly, and support the overall operation of each site while maintaining safety standards.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, prior construction experience, and a commitment to safety. You must be willing to travel, work nights and weekends when required, and wear PPE as required.