Skilled Paving/Grading Laborer

Ruston Paving Co • Greensboro, NC

9d • $21 - $29

About The Position

Teamwork is a major part of every position at Ruston Paving, so it is important to note that, aside from all other listed responsibilities, you must be willing to assist others and be as productive as possible. The paving and grading laborer will perform tasks involving physically demanding labor and may require operation of various hand and power tools. It may also require several cleaning tasks, such as preparing the work site, cleaning up rubble and debris, and removing waste materials.

Requirements

• Excitement and motivation for the workday ahead.
• Professionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism in the field.
• Prioritizes the safety of every individual on the job site.
• Expresses a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers.
• Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work.
• General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance standards with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to perform job requirements in adverse field and weather conditions.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work as described.
• Valid drivers license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in the preparation and construction of site work and paving projects.
• Hand shovel, rake, or lute asphalt, aggregate, and dirt into construction area while dispersing and leveling material to desired outcome.
• Assist in patching and compacting asphalt, aggregate, and dirt.
• Clean, sweep, excavate and fill holes, trenches and ditches using various hand tools such as shovels, brooms, picks and jackhammers.
• Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
• Material handling inclusive of lifting, relocating, mixing/blending and application of construction materials and supplies for project use and storage.
• Maintain a clean jobsite by picking up all tools/equipment and securing the job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Double Time Saturdays
• Bonus Incentives and Allowances
• Laundered uniforms and personal protective equipment are provided and must be worn in accordance with the company policy.
• Per diem pay is offered when these projects occur.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees