Our Story

For 25 years Vertical Earth has established our company as a Builder, not only building successful projects and solutions, but also trust with our clients and rewarding careers for our employees. While the early years of Vertical Earth were focused primarily on civil structures and retaining walls, we’ve grown into a turn-key provider of sitework and road construction services. Being purposefully diverse adds to the long-term strength of the company and will remain an asset as we continue to grow.

Job Description

An Asphalt Laborer performs many duties to assist crew when paving roads and highways.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effectively distribute asphaltic material by raking and shoveling.
• Match and finish freshly made asphalt joints evenly.
• Level and adjust surface irregularities, restore surface finish, spread asphalt to proper grade and finish before compaction.
• Demo and digout experience required.
• Move and deliver tools, equipment, and materials to locations throughout the job site.
• May perform other duties including but not limited to operating equipment and assisting with maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Load & unload from work truck and clean tools and equipment.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• Must be able to maintain an acceptable attendance in a flexible work schedule.
• Properly follow & promote all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Must maintain at all times a strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
• Must be available to travel and work to multiple construction sites within your geographic region.
• Must possess a professional attitude while interacting with peers, contractors and general public.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 20 lbs. regularly.
• Must be able to work with a shovel or rake for periods of time throughout the day. Shovel work can require handling from 10 lbs. to 30 lbs. on a regular bases. Pushing and pulling an asphalt rake is required.
• Job requires the following motions: stretching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, walking, standing, reaching and squatting.
• Climbing up onto and down off of equipment on a regular basis. This requires the use of hand and food holds to mount and dismount the equipment. Must be able to climb without limitation or restriction.
• Operation of directional, speed, and operational controls on the equipment. This requires movement by hand of levers, switches and typically a steering wheel to turn the unit.
• A variety of other activities can be performed as needed such as flagging traffic, operating a vibratory tamp (to compact asphalt in tight places), or using hand tools and equipment.

Shift differential may apply.

Qualifications:

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• 2 years experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends if or when necessary
• Report to the assigned job site in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures!!
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Must be able to pass a drug screen