Skilled Asphalt Laborer

Rogers • Cookeville, TN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Laborer – Asphalt Crew performs a variety of manual labor and equipment-related tasks associated with asphalt paving, patching, grading, and roadway construction projects. This position works closely with crew members and equipment operators to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality asphalt operations.

Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, and working in hot conditions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions from supervisors.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in asphalt paving, road construction, or heavy civil construction preferred.
• Knowledge of asphalt paving practices and construction safety procedures preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with asphalt paving, patching, and repair operations.
• Perform handwork including raking, shoveling, lute work, and rolling edges.
• Assist in preparing job sites by cleaning, grading, and setting up traffic control devices.
• Operate small tools and equipment such as plate compactors, saws, blowers, and hand tools.
• Check and maintain proper asphalt mat appearance, thickness, and quality.
• Assist equipment operators with daily production activities.
• Load and unload materials, tools, and supplies.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company HSA contributions.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed