Paving Crew Laborer

Assist with site prep, grading, and cleaning before paving
• Shovel, rake, and smooth asphalt materials during paving operations
• Operate basic construction tools and assist with equipment setup and cleanup
• Direct traffic and set up safety zones around job sites as needed
• Work alongside equipment operators to ensure smooth material flow
• Clean tools, trucks, and equipment at the end of each shift
• Follow directions from foreman and experienced crew members
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
• Offloading the truck and gathering tools for the day
• Transporting rakes, lutes, shovels, and spray cans to the paver
• Sweeping and cleaning the area in front of the paver
• Measuring and lining out the area for the day's paving
• Transporting water to the rollers, power broom, and plate compactor
• Assisting the screed operator
• Maintaining cleanliness and packing equipment away at the end of the day.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Paving Crew Laborer to join our road and sitework construction team. In this role, you'll assist with all aspects of asphalt paving, including preparing job sites, operating tools and equipment, and supporting the crew to ensure high-quality pavement installation. This is a physically demanding position that requires a strong work ethic, safety awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prior construction or paving experience is preferred, but not required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Willingness to learn and take direction in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift 50-75 lbs and perform physical labor in hot, outdoor conditions
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance are essential
• Basic understanding of safety procedures and ability to use PPE correctly
• Valid Drivers License preferred
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed
• Must be willing to travel overnight when projects are outside the local area

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Rarely
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Constantly
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Never

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.