Vacuum Excavation

Vacuum Excavation / Utility Support Technician (Laborer)

Job Overview

This position supports a high‑volume water infrastructure initiative focused on locating and exposing lead and copper water service lines and water meters. The work is part of essential system upgrades and regulatory compliance efforts that directly improve community water systems. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role involving repetitive, production‑driven tasks performed outdoors in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist vacuum excavation and utility crews with exposing lead and copper water service lines and water meters for upgrade and compliance projects.
• Perform general labor duties related to construction, underground utilities, and utility infrastructure work.
• Operate or support vacuum excavation and hydrovac equipment under supervision, following all safety and operational guidelines.
• Maintain consistent productivity and accuracy in a high‑volume, fast‑paced work environment.
• Safely complete repetitive, production‑focused tasks throughout the workday.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and best practices at all times.
• Take direction from supervisors and collaborate effectively with team members to meet daily production targets.
• Maintain dependable attendance and work overtime as needed to meet project demands.
• Contribute to a positive team environment through clear communication, cooperation, and field‑based problem solving.

Essential Skills

• Strong work ethic with a reliable, consistent approach to daily responsibilities.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for full shifts.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environment.
• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks safely and efficiently.
• Safety‑focused mindset with the ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work overtime.
• Interest or comfort with general labor, construction, underground utilities, or field‑based work.
• Ability to travel to multiple job sites across a multi‑state region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in general labor, construction, utilities, underground utilities, or field work preferred but not required.
• Exposure to vacuum excavation, hydrovac operations, or utility work is a plus.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hickory, NC.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hickory,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $18 - $21