Construction Laborer (Belews Creek) at Trans Ash in Walnut Cove, NC

About Trans Ash

Founded in 1960 by Rudy Gerbus and his brother, Gerbus Bros Construction began as a mass earth‑moving company. In the 1970s, our growing expertise led us to partner with local power plants to address the environmental challenges of fly ash management, work that ultimately evolved into Trans Ash.

Today, Trans Ash provides innovative, environmentally responsible solutions for handling and storing fly ash. We build lined landfills, support daily plant operations, and help our energy partners maintain the highest standards of environmental safety.

Why Join Us

This full‑time role is part of a long‑term project with strong stability and growth opportunities. You’ll join a team that values reliability, accountability, safety, and honesty, and you’ll play a direct role in protecting the environment and supporting local communities.

Pay & Benefits

• $20.00–$26.00/hour, based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Weekly 32‑Hour Program
• Long‑term project stability
• Fuel cost assistance
• Vacation accrual starting day one
• Paid sick days
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Company‑paid short‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Annual boot allowance (up to $200)
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $400)
• Identity theft protection option
• $100 annual company store allowance

Essential Functions

• Cleaning and preparing construction sites
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment
• Digging trenches, compacting earth, and backfilling holes
• Operating and tending miscellaneous heavy equipment
• Support daily operations as directed by the superintendent

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience

• Experience as a general laborer in the construction industry

• Experienced in Pump Systems, Erosion Mitigation, Mechanical Troubleshooting, and Equipment Operation

• Labor Experience with Pump Operations and Maintenance

Certifications

• Heavy equipment certifications are a plus

Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to walk slopes and uneven terrain
• Valid driver’s license
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to pass a drug test, MVR check, and background check
• Comfortable working in a construction environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trans Ash is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or based on religious beliefs. For accommodation inquiries or assistance with the application process, email jobs@transash.com.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Trans Ash, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint to charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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