Asphalt Laborer
About this role
Job ID: 530250
Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.
Barriere Construction , founded in 1949, is an asphalt and concrete paving, highway and heavy civil, and industrial construction company headquartered in New Orleans, LA. Like a road’s base installation, Barriere employees form the foundation of our business. Our entrepreneurial culture thrives on a diverse mix of abilities – allowing us to create innovative solutions while opening doors in new and emerging markets. Our reputation for ethical behavior enables us to attract and retain the best talent and loyal customers south Louisiana has to offer.
Company Benefits
• Competitive Wage and Benefits • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Wellness Program • Life Insurance • 401K with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program • Flex Spending Account
We are currently searching for an experienced Craftsman/Laborer to join our North Shore Asphalt team of talented employees!
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Preparing utility pipe for crew • Cutting materials • Hauling materials • Hand grading • Checking string lines • Housekeeping at job site • Checking safety protocol • Laying out job materials according to plan • Beginning of day set-up and end of day clean-up, etc.
Physical requirements:
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, such as cold, heat and humidity • Employees must be able to lift 51 pounds for all physical job descriptions • Must observe all safety protocol.
Equipment Requirements:
• Able to work with a wheelbarrow • Wacker • Hand tools • Any other small piece of equipment used to move concrete and pipe