Asphalt Laborer

Job Title: Asphalt Paving Technician Job Description The Asphalt Paving Technician supports paving crews in the installation and repair of asphalt surfaces for roadways, parking lots, and driveways. This position involves physically demanding outdoor work, including manual labor and the safe operation of hand and power tools, while contributing to high-quality paving and construction projects on the east side of the city. Responsibilities + Shovel, rake, and spread hot asphalt to specified grades and finishes. + Assist paving machines and help level and smooth asphalt surfaces for roadways, parking lots, and driveways. + Support milling and paving operations, including basic operation and assistance around milling machines as directed. + Set up, monitor, and maintain worksite safety measures, including cones, signage, and barriers. + Follow all safety guidelines, site rules, and instructions from supervisors and crew leaders. + Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas at the end of each shift. + Perform general construction and laborer duties as needed to support the crew and project schedule. + Work collaboratively with crew members to complete projects efficiently and to quality standards. + Adapt to changing tasks and priorities based on project needs and supervisor direction. Essential Skills + 3+ years of experience in the construction industry performing asphalt laborer duties. + 3+ years of experience operating hand and power tools in a construction or paving environment. + Experience in construction or asphalt work, including paving or related site work. + Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work for 10u201312 hour days. + Ability to work in hot and varying weather conditions for extended periods. + Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work well within a crew. + Reliability, strong work ethic, and willingness to follow direction and safety procedures. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with asphalt paving, including shoveling, raking, and finishing. + Experience in concrete work or general construction tasks. + Familiarity with milling machines and asphalt milling operations. + Basic carpentry skills related to construction and site preparation. + Willingness to take on general laborer duties as needed to support the crew. + Openness to learning new skills and receiving hands-on training in paving and general contracting. Why Work Here? Employees join a team that values craftsmanship, reliability, and pride in building quality work that lasts. The company offers consistent local projects close to home, overtime opportunities during peak paving season, and hands-on training to help employees grow their skills in paving and general construction. Crews operate with a strong team-oriented mindset, where people look out for one another and leadership emphasizes respect, fairness, and transparency. Employees can expect a safety-first culture, clear expectations, dependable scheduling, and real opportunities to advance based on performance and reliability. Work Environment This role is field-based and outdoors, supporting paving projects within approximately a one-hour radius of the shop in Plum, primarily on the east side of the city. Typical work hours are roughly 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 10u201312 hour days Monday through Friday, and candidates must be flexible to work overtime and weekends as needed during busy periods. Technicians may report to the shop and ride out to the job site with the crew or drive directly to the site if they live nearby. The work involves exposure to hot and changing weather conditions, hot asphalt, dust, and active construction environments. The position requires frequent lifting, bending, shoveling, and standing for long periods while using hand tools, power tools, and paving equipment. Dress is practical and safety-focused, with appropriate work boots, workwear suitable for outdoor conditions, and any required personal protective equipment provided or specified by the employer. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plum, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Plum,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-04-27