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KE&G Construction, Inc.

Employee-owned heavy civil contractor constructing infrastructure

Experienced Asphalt Crew Member

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Sierra Vista, AZ, USA+1 moreMore locations: Tucson, AZ, USA
In Person
Building Trades

About the job

Requirements
  • Experience as an asphalt equipment operator or laborer, including experience as a paver operator, asphalt raker, breakdown roller operator, finish roller operator, or dumpman.
  • Experience grading and preparing areas for pavement.
  • Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment and subsequent random drug screenings.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work safely on construction sites in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
  • Ability to operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment, and tools within local, state, and federal safety guidelines.
  • Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and tolerate exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, airborne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles, machinery, and dust or debris.
Responsibilities
  • Operate asphalt equipment and perform asphalt crew work in assigned positions, including paver operation, asphalt raking, breakdown rolling, finish rolling, and dumpman duties.
  • Grade and prepare areas for pavement.
  • Perform general laborer work as needed.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment, and other tools at project sites in accordance with safety guidelines.
  • Perform assigned duties at construction sites, including climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting overhead, and navigating site conditions safely.

About the company

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KE&G Construction, Inc.

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KE&G Construction builds essential infrastructure in the Southwest, focusing on heavy civil and commercial projects such as roads, bridges, utilities, flood control, and water systems. Its work is executed through a dedicated team of employee-owners who directly share in the company’s success, reflecting the firm’s ESOP structure. The company operates in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas and recently added a commercial division to diversify its portfolio. What sets KE&G apart is its transition from a local homebuilder to a 100% employee-owned heavy civil contractor, creating a culture of accountability and long-term commitment to projects and communities. Its goal is to expand its regional footprint while delivering reliable infrastructure work through a fully engaged, employee-owned workforce.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tucson, Arizona

Founded

1972

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What believers are saying

  • KE&G said August 2026 bidding topped $400 million, supporting 2027 backlog.
  • The company added more than 650 workers and reinvested $6 million into fleet.
  • 2026 safety awards and USA TODAY Top Workplace recognition improve recruiting and retention.

What critics are saying

  • KE&G still depends heavily on Arizona and New Mexico public works bidding.
  • Commercial division expansion in 2026 adds execution risk against established general contractors.
  • If ADOT and municipal award flow slows, backlog could shrink before 2027.

What makes KE&G Construction, Inc. unique

  • 100% employee-owned since 2014, with 600+ employee-owners across the Southwest.
  • Self-performs earthwork, underground utilities, paving, and structural concrete across civil and commercial jobs.
  • Blue Diamond Legacy Holdings backs KE&G with a 2026 future headquarters and growth capital.

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Benefits

  • Company Equity
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability