Skilled Paving/Grading Laborer

Overview

Perform manual labor for paving and grading projects, including material handling and site cleanup.

Key Responsibilities

• safety reporting
• material handling
• excavation
• asphalt compaction
• site cleanup
• paving prep

Tasks

-Prioritizes the safety of every individual on the job site. -Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials. -Clean, sweep, excavate and fill holes, trenches and ditches using various hand tools such as shovels, brooms, picks and jackhammers. -Employees are regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. -Assist in patching and compacting asphalt, aggregate, and dirt. -Maintain a clean jobsite by picking up all tools/equipment and securing the job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards. -Employees are regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Noise level is generally loud. -Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. -Expresses a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers. -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.

Requirements

• driver's license
• first aid
• material handling
• safety
• stamina
• vision

What You Bring

-Professionalism and willingness to take direction and constructive criticism in the field. -Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work. -Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. -Ability to meet attendance standards with dependability and consistency. -Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions. -Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule. -Must be able to quickly move arms and legs. -Material handling inclusive of lifting, relocating, mixing/blending and application of construction materials and supplies for project use and storage. -Excellent stamina is required. -Ability to perform job requirements in adverse field and weather conditions. -General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. -Valid in-state driver’s license (or the ability to obtain said license) is preferred. -Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work as described. -Ability to communicate orally and in writing. -Employees may occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 lbs. -Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ruston Paving does not tolerate short cuts in safety.

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Benefits

-Although it does not occur very often, projects may require out of town overnight stays. Per diem pay is offered when these projects occur. -We provide double time pay for weekend work. -Double Time Saturdays -Bonus Incentives and Allowances -Employee Stock Ownership Plan! -401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match -Signing bonus, if offered, applies to direct applicants only; not available to candidates submitted by recruiters. Details, if applicable, will be in the offer letter. -We pride ourselves on our clean appearance on every job site! Laundered uniforms and personal protective equipment are provided and must be worn in accordance with the company policy. -Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays -Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions -Employee shifts start and end at the local division office/shop. Transportation to and from the job site is provided.

About Ruston Paving

-Founded in 1943, the company began as a family-run asphalt contractor in Syracuse, NY, and has since expanded into a multi-division business along the East Coast. -With seven regional offices across New York, Virginia, and North Carolina, the company emphasizes local focus while leveraging shared expertise and equipment. -Projects include a range of services from commercial lots and industrial sites to high-security overlays, notably milling and repaving the North Grounds driveway of the White House. -The company is recognized for expertise in heavy civil techniques such as pavement reclamation, soil stabilization, asphalt milling, full-depth reclamation, and parking-lot repair. -Notable projects include reconstructing tennis courts at Hobart & William Smith Colleges and stabilizing soft soils under a Costco pad in Rochester. -In early 2025, the company transitioned to a 100% employee-owned ESOP structure, enhancing staff investment in craftsmanship and accountability.

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Security Clearance

-negative pre-employment drug screen required. -may include criminal history checks. -may include employment verification. -may include education verification. -may include dmv checks. -may include fingerprinting.