Asphalt Laborer

Texas Materials, a CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready‑mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety‑first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well‑being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

The Asphalt Laborer position is responsible for performing various duties on construction and/or paving projects. The employee will generally work in utility capacity by transferring from one task to another where demands are required. The career field for 'Construction Laborer' includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions:
Laborer, General Laborer, and Paving Laborer.

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel.
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer.
• Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials.
• Lifts, carries and holds material, tools and supplies.
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous related experience in the construction field.
• Work Requirements: Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Work Requirements: Must pass pre‑employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Work Requirements: Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Work Requirements: Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Work Requirements: Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Work Requirements: Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Work Requirements: Must wear PPE such as Face Shield, hard‑toe shoes, and coveralls; compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: CDL preferred but not required.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• Must be able to exert up to 10‑20 lbs. constantly to move objects, 25‑50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50‑100 lbs. of force occasionally.

• Employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Employee may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• Noise level in some areas may be loud, but is typically moderate.

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

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Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability.