Paving Laborer

Position Summary:

The Laborer- Paving supports asphalt and roadway paving operations by performing a variety of manual and equipment-assisted tasks. This role plays a critical part in preparing surfaces, placing asphalt, and ensuring high-quality, safety, and efficient paving on roadways and related infrastructure projects.

Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and promote all Company Safety Policies and the Company Code of Conduct.
• Assist with site preparation, layout, and paving operations for roadway and patch paving projects.
• Clean, grease, and perform basic maintenance on tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Lift, carry, and position paving materials, tools, and supplies as needed throughout the workday.
• Spread, rake, and level asphalt and aggregate materials by hand or with tools to achieve proper grade and finish.
• Mix, pour, and place asphalt and concrete using hand tools and equipment.
• Support paving operations by removing and setting forms, compacting materials, and assisting with patch work.
• Operate hand tools and small equipment including rakes, lutes, jackhammers, tampers, and saws.
• Assist with rolling and compaction operations to meet project specifications and surface quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with crew members, equipment operators, and supervisors to maintain productivity and site safety.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and cooperative attitude always.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support project needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Hiring Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent relevant construction experience.
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on asphalt paving experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient using paving hand tools including lutes, rakes, shovels, and tampers for finish work, adjustments, and surface quality control.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a road roller for both full roadway paving and patch paving to achieve proper compaction and mat density.
• Familiarity with paving equipment operations, including working around pavers, rollers, and support equipment; paver operation experience is a plus but not required.
• Able to safely and efficiently perform both manual labor and equipment-supported tasks on active construction sites.
• Obtain and maintain all required Operator Qualifications (OQs) to perform work as required.
• OSHA-10 Certification (company-supported if not current), DOT Medical Card (assistance provided), valid U.S. driver's license and ability to travel to job sites, successful drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review per federal/state requirements.

At R.H. White, our day-to-day work is construction, and we do it well. Our Core Purpose, however, is to create well-being for our people, our customers, and our communities. We've been doing it for 100 years and we are always looking for team members that want to be part of something special.

We could list a variety of construction things we do, the projects that we win, and the accolades we have received, but we would rather tell you about our culture. For instance, our employees selected three charities to dedicate our 100th-anniversary fundraising efforts, and we presented each organization- Easterseals, Alzheimer's Association, and The Greg Hill Foundation - with $100,000 checks following nine months of fundraising. Now, that is living our core purpose!

Additionally, our team members regularly volunteer with organizations that help to fight food insecurity, revitalize homes and neighborhoods, raise money for cancer and other diseases, and participate in charitable missions that are important to them and their families.

We don't only build things; we build careers. That's why our Employee Development Department manages our Construction Management Trainee (CMT) and our Foreman Development Programs. Our Leonard H. White Training Center is regularly abuzz with craft skills training and leadership learning activities as well. Yes, we have tuition reimbursement too.

It's been an amazing 100 years - just ask our people!

So, if you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding career with a diversified, profitable, and sustainable business - that holds Employee Safety as a core value - apply now!

R.H. White Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we encourage all qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.