Skilled Labor - Grading

W-L Construction and Paving Inc; Chilhowie (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver's license preferred

Job summary

W-L Construction and Paving, a CRH company, is seeking skilled labor for grading in Virginia. The role involves physical outdoor work such as shoveling, sweeping and raking, with lifting up to 50 pounds, and requiring teamwork on site. Overtime, night shifts, and possible travel may be needed.

Starting pay is $19.50 per hour; candidates should be able to operate in varying weather and adhere to safety and attendance policies. A valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to shovel and rake; perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must partner with crew members per plan specifications and perform tasks as instructed.

Responsibilities

• Application includes shoveling, sweeping, raking, mechanical assistance, lifting, pushing and pulling.
• Maintain courteous and professional manner with co-workers and public.
• Overtime and possible night shifts; possible out-of-town assignments.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Skilled Labor - Grading (527381)

Requisition ID527381-Posted08/04/2026-AMAT-W-L Construction and Paving Inc-Seasonal-Production Workers-United States-Virginia

W-L Construction and Paving, a CRH company, is one of southwest Virginia’s largest grading contractors and the largest paving contractor in the area employing more than 350 employees during the construction months. W-L performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete, and utilities with paving operations exceeding one million tons per year. With multiple locations throughout the state of Virginia, W-L prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Job Description Summary

• Application, including shoveling, sweeping, raking, mechanical assistance, lifting, pushing and pulling of various objects. Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions. Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Starting Pay is $19.50 an hour.

Requirements

• Must partner with crew members per plan specifications, and if need be, perform tasks of other positions as instructed by crew foreman to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met.
• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/state work may be required. Nigh shift work may be required.
• Usage of various handheld tools.
• Attendance required according to attendance policy to ensure crew ability to operate at a normal efficiency level.
• Physical ability to shovel and rake.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completions.
• Attitude/cooperation: always maintain courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Flagger Certification is an essential function of the job and certification will be required to be obtained during new hire orientation.

Preferences

• Drivers license required.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

W-L Construction & Paving, Inc. an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran

What CRH Offers You

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

  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.

  W-L Construction and Paving, 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.

  AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.