Paving Laborer​/Flagger

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, would like to welcome you to one of the finest construction companies in Kentucky. Hinkle operates one of Kentucky’s most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities. Hinkle is committed to producing and providing our customers quality materials and service. Hinkle is a company whose reputation for quality work dates to 1942 with a strong reputation, strong community ties and a commitment to their employees that is unmatched in the industry.

Hinkle employs more than 400 employees during the construction months. With multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky, Hinkle prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

CRH is the leading building materials business in the world, employing 73,000 people at 3,155 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the largest building materials business in both North America and Europe, and we also have regional positions in Asia. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of integrated building materials, products, and innovative end-to-end solutions, which can be found throughout the built environment, from major public infrastructure projects to commercial buildings and residential homes.

CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

The Asphalt Laborer position is responsible for performing various duties on paving projects. The employee will generally work in the capacity of transferring from one task to another where demands are required. You may also operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as some equipment. You will complete a variety of other general labor assignments such as clean and prepare sites.

This position will report directly to the Paving Foreman.

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Assist paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver;
• Signal operators of equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel;
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite;
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer;
• Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials;
• Lifts, carries and holds material, tools and supplies;
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices;
• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor;
• Perform a variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools;
• Maintain a clean job site; pick up tools and equipment in order to eliminate potential hazards;
• Perform daily pre– and post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies;
• May perform other duties such as shoveling asphaltic materials and assisting with maintenance of asphalt finishing machine to include adding or removing screed extensions;
• Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order;
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired;
• Shifts may vary according to project;
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Report any problems to your manager;
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment;
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently;
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; and
• Perform any other general duties as specified.

• High school diploma or…