Flatwork Laborer
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Construction
Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Flatwork Laborer
D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest home builder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The company also provides mortgage financing and title services for home buyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.
Please visit for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Flatwork Laborer. The right candidate will support the installation of residential concrete flatwork including driveways, sidewalks, patios, and related exterior surfaces within active homebuilding communities. This role performs manual labor tasks associated with site preparation, forming, pouring, finishing support, and cleanup while working under the direction of a Foreman or Crew Lead.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assist with site preparation including grading, clearing debris, and preparing subgrade for concrete flatwork installation
Support form setting and layout activities by placing, aligning, and securing forms according to job specifications
Perform concrete placement support including spreading, leveling, and assisting finishers during pouring operations
Handle materials and tools such as rebar, mesh, forms, and finishing equipment required for flatwork installation
Assist with concrete finishing tasks including edging, jointing, and surface preparation under supervision
Maintain job-site cleanliness and organization by removing debris, cleaning tools, and ensuring safe working conditions
Follow safety protocols and proper equipment usage, including use of personal protective equipment and adherence to company safety standards
Support crew productivity by completing assigned tasks efficiently to meet daily production goals and construction schedules
Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment between job sites as needed
Assist with basic maintenance and care of tools and equipment used in concrete operations
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work overtime
Qualifications
Education and/or experience:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred 0–2 years of construction or general labor experience
Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions
Ability to follow established safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe and organized jobsite
Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
Regular exposure to extreme weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
The noise level is generally loud
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in concrete or construction labor
Familiarity with residential construction job sites
Basic understanding of hand tools and construction equipment
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision 401(K) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flex Spending Accounts Life & Disability Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. #We Build People Too
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