General Laborer
Crh
A global leader in building materials, providing essential products for construction projects.
Perform manual construction tasks assisting road, utility, and plant crews.
9 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Winston-Salem, NC
Field
Company Size
84,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Construction Management
Design‑Build
Pre‑construction Services
Scheduling and Quality Management
Cost Consulting
Safety Management
Project Bonding
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
asphalt raking
equipment operation
fence setup
manhole prep
tool cleaning
ground compaction
- The General Laborer is responsible for safely performing a variety of construction duties to assist the highway, utility, grade crews or at various on-site plant locations. This position involves various manual tasks. Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.
- Walks behind paver machine to shovel and rake asphalt as it is applied to the ground. Levels out asphalt with rake and uses shovel to dig out manhole covers and water valve boxes that are buried by the asphalt.
- Sets up fencing, barricades, and/or safety cones to block off the work area as needed.
- May assist with operating equipment as needed and if trained, including paver, roller, backhoe, water truck, etc.
- Prepares manhole covers, openings and water lines. May insert risers as needed.
- Cleans asphalt off tools and equipment after each work day.
- Performs other laborer tasks as needed to include cutting concrete or asphalt with saw, sweeping, etc.
- Prepares ground surfaces for the road building process. Removes debris out of the construction path.
- Operates ground compactors, levels out and rakes dirt, sets string markers, and removes items within the area to be paved.
Requirements
high school
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- Group retirement savings program
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1970
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1970 and has since grown to become a global leader.
29 countries
Global presence
The company operates across 29 countries, serving diverse markets worldwide.
Tens of billions
Annual revenue
The company reports revenues in the tens of billions annually, supporting its large-scale operations.
- Specializes in aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, and other construction materials.
- CRH’s history includes significant acquisitions that expanded its global presence and reach.
- Key projects span residential, commercial, and infrastructural developments, contributing to landmark buildings worldwide.
- Known for its leadership in infrastructure, CRH provides essential products for roads, bridges, and urban developments.
- The company’s diverse product range supports the construction of both public and private sector projects.
Culture + Values
- People are our Priority
- Character is our Strength
- Performance is our Commitment
- Innovation is our way Forward
Environment + Sustainability
30% CO₂e reduction by 2030
Carbon Emission Target
The company aims to reduce its group-wide CO₂e emissions across all scopes by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2030.
0.8 kg CO₂e intensity
Carbon Efficiency
The company achieved a CO₂e intensity of 0.8 kg per US$ revenue in 2024, marking an improvement from 0.9 kg in 2023.
98% waste management plans
Operational Sustainability
98% of the company's operating units have implemented waste management plans as of 2024.
49% sustainable product revenue
Green Product Performance
Products with enhanced sustainability attributes contributed 49% of total product revenues in 2024, nearing the 2025 target of 50%.
- Science-Based Targets validated for Scope 1 & 2 (33.5% per tonne cementitious; 42% other activities) and Scope 3 (23.5% clinker & cement)
- 2024 Scope 1 & 2 CO₂e emissions fell 4% (31.0 Mt → 29.7 Mt)
- Cement-specific net CO₂e per tonne of cementitious product: 537 kg (2023: 562 kg); adjusted 2024: 530 kg (–32% vs 1990)
- Recycled 44.7 million tonnes of wastes/by-products in 2024 (2023: 43.9 Mt)
- 25% of electricity consumed came from renewable sources in 2024
- Invested via CRH Ventures/Innovation Fund in low-carbon water tech (FIDO AI), electrochemical cement (Sublime Systems), electric off-road vehicles (Caterpillar partnership)
Inclusion & Diversity
- Inclusion & Diversity vision: build an organisation where inclusion is a core leadership value, talented people of all backgrounds are welcome and differences are embraced
- Inclusion: aim for full participation and optimum performance by empowering differences; employees feel safe, trusted and respected
- Diversity: defined as all the ways we are similar and different across backgrounds and characteristics including age, disability, ethnicity, race, gender, religion and sexual orientation
- Inclusion first to attract diverse talent and ensure diverse voices are heard
- Goal: everyone has a fair and equal opportunity to develop and progress in an environment where they can be themselves and perform at their best
- Working environment supports people in being themselves and performing at their best
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