Prep Crew Laborer - Traveling

At Hi-Way Paving, we are general contractors in the construction field that specialize in significant amounts of concrete paving, storm drainage, and excavation on highways and airfields.

We are looking for Prep Crew Laborers to support our slip-form concrete paving operations. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing work areas, building and setting up forms, tying rebar, and positioning stabilizing steel bars to ensure smooth and efficient paving operations.

This position requires extensive travel—up to 100%—to job sites across the region, including Columbia, SC; Charlotte, NC; Nashville, TN; and other future project locations.

What You'll Do:

• Tie rebar and position stabilizing steel bars.
• Shovel and rake dirt, gravel, and concrete. Read and follow construction plans, instructions, and specifications.
• Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment to designated areas.
• Use hand and power tools to complete tasks efficiently.
• Assist in directing vehicle traffic and signaling equipment operators when needed.
• Operate machinery such as backhoes, skid steer loaders, and other equipment (if qualified).
• Communicate effectively with team members and site management.
• Follow all safety protocols and worksite best practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We Look For:

• Prior construction-site labor experience required.
• Heavy or highway construction experience preferred.
• Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high-security zones (e.g., airport AOA, military bases).
• Willingness to travel 100% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift 75 lbs, climb, walk, kneel, squat, push, pull, and enter confined spaces.
• If applicable, indicate union affiliation on your application.
• Must be at least 18 years old to meet job-site safety and labor requirements 

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high-performing teams.
• An open, inclusive, and innovative family-owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

About Hi-Way Paving

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is a general contractor in the heavy/civil construction space focusing on projects involving significant amounts of concrete paving on airfields.

We operate in several southeastern and midwestern states with current job sites in Tennessee and North Carolina, as well as corporate/back-office operations in Ohio (our headquarters) and remote locations. We perform most of our work and services as a prime contractor but occasionally serve as a subcontractor on principal contracts with federal, state, and other governmental agencies as well as private owners.

At Hi-Way, we are doers, innovators, and leaders in concrete paving and construction technology. We’re proud of our people, our work, and our quality. As a team member, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in the growing and essential construction industry and work on a team consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams from the job site to our Dublin, Ohio headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.