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Asphalt Laborer

Bruck Construction

Columbus, OH

$18 - $26 an hour - Full-time


Full job description

Take the lead in shaping Columbus infrastructure with Bruck Construction Services—a local leader in asphalt paving since 1984, proudly A+ BBB rated. We are Columbus top driveway and parking lot repair and replacement specialists. Join a fast-moving paving crew as an Asphalt Team Member. You’ll be a hands-on luter, shoveler, and tamper who shapes, evens, and compacts hot-mix asphalt using lutes, rakes, and hand tools. Stable hours, the chance for OT and a clear path to advance into heavy machinery operator roles and more!

Key responsibilities

  • Use a lute, rake, and shovels to spread, feather, and smooth hot-mix asphalt at edges, transitions, and shoulders.

  • Fine-grade areas that the screed cannot reach; establish correct elevations and slopes per crew instructions.

  • Assist with hand-compact edges using plate compactor or hand tamper.

  • Follow crew leader/foreman directions to match the flow and pace of the paving train.

  • Perform daily tool and equipment checks, keep tools staged and clean, and report defects.

  • Maintain site housekeeping: remove trip hazards, dispose of trash, and secure materials.

  • Follow all jobsite safety procedures, wear required PPE, and participate in toolbox talks.

  • Occasionally perform other general labor tasks (traffic control assistance, material handling, staging yard maintenance).

Required qualifications

  • 2+ year experience on asphalt paving crews preferred; hands-on lute/rake experience strongly required.

  • Able to work in hot conditions and lift 50+ lbs repeatedly.

  • Reliable transportation, punctual, and able to start early (typically 6:00 AM).

  • Willingness to submit to background check and pre-employment drug screen.

  • Responsive communication and ability to follow directions from the foreman.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience with plate compactor, hand tampers, and basic asphalt terminology (crown, grade, compaction).

  • OSHA 10 or equivalent safety training.

  • Previous experience on paving projects.

Pay & schedule

  • $18–$26 / hour DOE + overtime in season.

  • Full-time, seasonal peak (spring–fall). Early starts; potential weekend OT.

Why work with us

  • Paid on-the-clock training and advancement opportunities to heavy machine operator roles.

  • Stable workload, clear expectations, safety-first culture, and supportive crew leadership.

  • Company-provided PPE (vest, hard hat) and basic tools.

Schedule & Location:

  • Full-time, Monday–Friday (occasional weekends)

  • Columbus, OH

Must-Haves:

  • Experience on Paving Crew

  • Ability to work full time, weekdays with weekends as needed

  • Valid license and clean driving record

  • Ability to work outdoors in varied weather

  • Located in the Greater Columbus Area

  • Ability to pass drug test and background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for advancement

  • Professional development assistance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

  • Asphalt Paving: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road


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