Prep Crew Laborer - St. George, UT

Job ID: 524181

Western Rock Products, is A CRH Company.

Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.

We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.

We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

Prep crew laborer supports highway, grade and paving crews by performing manual labor tasks required to prepare the ground for road construction.

This includes clearing, grading, leveling, and assisting with base and paving operations.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Ground Preparation / Road Base Work


* Prepare ground surfaces for road construction, including grading and leveling subgrade and base materials.


* Remove debris, obstacles, and unsuitable material from the construction path.


* Shovel, rake, and spread aggregate, dirt, and road base materials.


* Operate hand tools and compactors to level and compact base layers.


* Set grade stakes and string lines to guide base preparation and paving work.

Paving & Grade Crew Support


* Assist paving crews by raking and leveling material behind paving equipment.


* Walk alongside pavers to help shape and finish roadway surfaces.


* Signal equipment operators to ensure proper alignment, material placement, and safe movement.

Material Handling & Site Setup


* Load, unload, move, and distribute materials, tools, and equipment.


* Assist with traffic control setup (cones, barricades, signage).


* Clean tools, maintain equipment, and keep the job site organized.

General Labor Duties


* Perform manual labor such as digging, sweeping, and compacting materials.


* Operate small power tools (e.g., saws, jackhammers) as needed.


* Assist with minor adjustments to structures such as manholes or drainage features.

Safety & Compliance


* Follow OSHA/MSHA and company safety procedures at all times.


* Maintain a safe work environment and report hazards or issues to supervisors.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience



* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


* One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Requirements



* Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.


* Ability to write correspondences and memos.


* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, u...