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Holbrook Asphalt LLC

Asphalt Crew Member

Saint George, UT · On-site

$53K/yr

Life Insurance * 1-3 Weeks Paid Time-Off Summary The Asphalt Crew Member position performs a variety of routine and complex physical labor tasks. This position assists other crewmembers by operating ...

Holbrook Asphalt LLC

Asphalt Crew Member

Saint George, UT · On-site

$53K/yr

Life Insurance * 1-3 Weeks Paid Time-Off Summary The Asphalt Crew Member position performs a variety of routine and complex physical labor tasks. This position assists other crewmembers by operating ...

Holbrook Asphalt LLC

Asphalt Crew Member

Saint George, UT · On-site

$53K/yr

Life Insurance * 1-3 Weeks Paid Time-Off Summary The Asphalt Crew Member position performs a variety of routine and complex physical labor tasks. This position assists other crewmembers by operating ...

Holbrook Asphalt LLC

Asphalt Crew Member

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Class A CDL Training (Employer Paid) * 1-3 Weeks Paid Time-Off Summary The Asphalt Crew Member position performs a variety of routine and complex physical labor tasks. This position assists other ...

Holbrook Asphalt LLC

Asphalt Crew Member

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Class A CDL Training (Employer Paid) * 1-3 Weeks Paid Time-Off Summary The Asphalt Crew Member position performs a variety of routine and complex physical labor tasks. This position assists other ...

Tytann Blacktopping

Asphalt Crew Laborer

Elko, MN · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

We are seeking hardworking and dependable Asphalt Ground Crew Laborers to join our paving team. This position works directly with the paving crew performing asphalt installation, site preparation ...

Tytann Blacktopping

Asphalt Crew Laborer

Elko, MN · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

We are seeking hardworking and dependable Asphalt Ground Crew Laborers to join our paving team. This position works directly with the paving crew performing asphalt installation, site preparation ...

Rawls Asphalt

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Asphalt Luteman

Mobile, AL · On-site

$125 - $350/day

Asphalt Luteman Full-Time | Paving Crew Job Summary We're looking for a hardworking Asphalt Luteman to join our paving crew. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role responsible for helping ...

Tytann Blacktopping

Asphalt Crew Laborer

Elko, MN · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Parental leave We are seeking hardworking and dependable Asphalt Ground Crew Laborers to join our paving team. This position works directly with the paving crew performing asphalt installation, site ...

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How much do asphalt crew jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for asphalt crew in the United States is $20.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an asphalt crew?

Asphalt crew workers are skilled laborers who specialize in the installation, repair, and maintenance of asphalt surfaces such as roads, driveways, and parking lots. Their responsibilities typically include preparing surfaces, operating paving machinery, spreading and compacting asphalt, and ensuring proper finishes for durability and safety. Asphalt crews work as a team under varying weather conditions and often need to follow specific safety protocols due to the heavy equipment and materials involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an asphalt crew member?

To thrive as an Asphalt Crew member, you need a solid understanding of paving techniques, basic math skills, physical stamina, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with paving machinery, hand tools, and safety certifications such as OSHA training are typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help ensure safe and efficient operations on site. These skills are crucial to maintaining quality standards, meeting project deadlines, and ensuring a safe work environment in demanding conditions.

What are some common challenges faced by an asphalt crew member, and how can they be addressed?

Asphalt Crew members often face challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, managing physically demanding tasks, and coordinating effectively with team members to ensure a smooth workflow. Adapting to temperature extremes and being vigilant about safety protocols is essential, as the work often involves heavy machinery and hot materials. Effective communication and teamwork are vital for meeting project deadlines and maintaining quality standards. Developing strong technical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving can help new crew members succeed and advance within the team.

What is the difference between Asphalt Crew vs Paving Technician?

AspectAsphalt CrewPaving Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety trainingHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor construction sites, roadwaysOutdoor paving projects, road construction
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing surfaces, laying asphalt, operating equipmentAssisting in asphalt laying, equipment operation, site prep
Industry UsageCommonly used term for team membersMore specialized role within paving projects

The Asphalt Crew typically refers to a team of workers involved in various tasks during asphalt paving projects, focusing on physical labor and equipment operation. A Paving Technician often has a more specialized role, sometimes with additional technical skills. Both roles are essential in road construction and share similar credentials and work environments, but the Asphalt Crew is a broader term encompassing multiple job functions within paving projects.

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Infographic showing various Asphalt Crew job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $42,785 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Experienced Asphalt Crew Member

North Bend, WA • On-site

Rainier Asphalt
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$25 - $32/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Experienced Asphalt Crew Member
Position Overview
The Experienced Asphalt Crew Member is a skilled member of the field crew responsible for performing asphalt paving, repair, and maintenance work under the daily direction of a Foreman. This position builds on the core expectations of a Crew Member while requiring demonstrated experience with asphalt placement, raking, compaction, grading, joint construction, and other core paving activities.
Experienced Asphalt Crew Members are expected to understand the fundamentals of quality asphalt installation, recognize conditions that may affect the finished product, and perform assigned work with limited task-level direction. They contribute to crew productivity by anticipating production needs, supporting equipment operations, and helping less-experienced Crew Members develop proper asphalt techniques.
While the Foreman remains responsible for jobsite leadership, safety, and overall execution, the Experienced Asphalt Crew Member serves as a skilled craft resource who helps ensure asphalt work is completed safely, efficiently, and to Rainier's quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Asphalt Placement & Paving
  • Perform skilled asphalt paving, repair, patching, and maintenance activities.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in asphalt placement, spreading, raking, handwork, and compaction.
  • Properly rake and shape asphalt to establish appropriate grade, drainage, transitions, edges, and finished surfaces.
  • Construct and finish joints, seams, tie-ins, edges, and transitions to existing pavement.
  • Perform handwork in areas inaccessible to paving equipment while maintaining appropriate grade and finished appearance.
  • Recognize proper asphalt depth, temperature, consistency, and compaction considerations during placement.
  • Identify segregation, low spots, high spots, drainage concerns, poor transitions, or other conditions that could negatively affect finished quality.
  • Communicate potential quality or production concerns to the Foreman before they result in preventable rework.
  • Perform asphalt patching and repair work using appropriate preparation, placement, and compaction techniques.

2. Jobsite Preparation & Production Support
  • Assist with site preparation, including demolition, excavation, grading, sweeping, blowing, tack application, and material staging.
  • Help establish proper subgrade and base preparation before asphalt placement.
  • Safely operate appropriate hand tools and small equipment such as plate compactors, jumping jacks, saws, blowers, and other paving-related equipment.
  • Work safely alongside pavers, rollers, skid steers, trucks, and other heavy equipment.
  • Assist with truck positioning, material delivery, and paving operations to maintain consistent production flow.
  • Anticipate material, tool, and equipment needs to minimize downtime and support crew productivity.
  • Assist with general Crew Member responsibilities outside of asphalt work as business and crew needs require.

3. Safety, Compliance & Worksite Control
  • Follow all company safety protocols, applicable regulatory requirements, and Foreman direction.
  • Wear required PPE and demonstrate safe work practices around hot asphalt, moving equipment, traffic, and active jobsites.
  • Maintain awareness of equipment blind spots, truck movements, pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and changing jobsite conditions.
  • Participate in daily safety huddles and hazard assessments.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
  • Report unsafe conditions, near-misses, equipment concerns, or other hazards immediately.
  • Model safe equipment and tool use for less-experienced Crew Members.

4. Quality & Efficiency
  • Perform asphalt work with accuracy, attention to detail, and an appropriate sense of urgency.
  • Understand how grade, drainage, material placement, compaction, joints, and finishing techniques contribute to the quality and longevity of the finished product.
  • Produce smooth transitions, consistent surfaces, clean edges, and quality finished work.
  • Recognize workmanship or site-condition concerns and communicate them before work progresses unnecessarily.
  • Minimize material waste, unnecessary handwork, callbacks, and preventable rework.
  • Maintain productive pace while balancing safety and quality.
  • Inspect assigned work and proactively correct deficiencies within the scope of the role.
  • Demonstrate care for company tools and equipment through proper operation, cleaning, and storage.

5. Teamwork & Communication
  • Receive overall jobsite direction from the Foreman while independently executing assigned asphalt responsibilities.
  • Communicate clearly with the Foreman regarding grade, drainage, material, equipment, production, or quality concerns.
  • Coordinate effectively with equipment operators and other Crew Members during paving operations.
  • Understand their role within the paving sequence and anticipate what is needed to keep production moving.
  • Model safe, productive, and quality-focused work practices.
  • Share asphalt knowledge and help less-experienced Crew Members learn proper paving, raking, compaction, and jobsite techniques.
  • Maintain a respectful, positive attitude and contribute to a healthy team environment.

Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated professional experience performing asphalt paving, repair, or related asphalt construction work.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with asphalt placement, raking, handwork, and compaction.
  • Working knowledge of grade, drainage, asphalt depth, joints, transitions, edges, and proper paving techniques.
  • Ability to recognize common asphalt quality concerns and make appropriate adjustments or escalate concerns to the Foreman.
  • Experience safely working around paving equipment, rollers, trucks, skid steers, and other heavy equipment.
  • Ability to safely operate common asphalt hand tools and small equipment.
  • Ability to read and follow work orders, measurements, layouts, and job-specific instructions.
  • Ability to perform physical labor, lift 50+ lbs., and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
  • Valid driver's license preferred.
  • Willingness and ability to perform general Crew Member duties as business needs require.

Core Competencies
  • Work Ethic & Reliability - Consistently shows up prepared, works with urgency, and follows through on assigned responsibilities.
  • Safety Awareness - Recognizes hazards and performs work safely around hot materials, traffic, trucks, and heavy equipment.
  • Asphalt Technical Skill - Demonstrates proficiency in asphalt placement, raking, compaction, joints, transitions, and finishing.
  • Quality & Craftsmanship - Understands what quality asphalt work looks like and consistently contributes to a professional finished product.
  • Grade & Drainage Awareness - Understands how elevation, slope, transitions, and drainage affect asphalt installation and can identify potential concerns.
  • Independent Execution - Completes assigned asphalt work without requiring continuous task-level instruction while recognizing when Foreman input is needed.
  • Production Awareness - Understands the paving sequence, anticipates crew needs, and contributes to maintaining productive workflow.
  • Team Orientation - Works effectively with Crew Members, drivers, and equipment operators and willingly supports overall crew needs.
  • Knowledge Sharing - Models proper techniques and helps less-experienced Crew Members improve their asphalt skills.
  • Efficiency & Hustle - Maintains productive jobsite flow while balancing speed, safety, material use, and quality.

Success Indicators
  • Consistently performs asphalt work that meets Rainier's expectations for quality and craftsmanship.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in raking, placement, compaction, joints, edges, transitions, and asphalt handwork.
  • Can independently execute assigned asphalt tasks after receiving overall direction from the Foreman.
  • Understands grade and drainage fundamentals and identifies potential problems before they result in preventable rework.
  • Works effectively alongside paving equipment, rollers, trucks, and other Crew Members to maintain production flow.
  • Anticipates crew and material needs rather than waiting continuously for direction.
  • Minimizes material waste, callbacks, and preventable rework.
  • Maintains safe work habits and avoids preventable incidents.
  • Helps increase the asphalt knowledge and capability of less-experienced Crew Members.
  • Supports Foreman and overall crew needs proactively.

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