What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underground Construction Laborer position at Momentum Employer Group?
If you like working hard, learning on the job, and being part of a crew that actually builds things from the ground up - this is where you start.
At NIX Construction in Ogden, Utah, our Laborers are the backbone of every project. You won't be standing around watching work happen - you'll be in it, learning it, and helping make it happen. One day you might be prepping pipe, the next you're helping with equipment, and the next you're solving a problem nobody saw coming.
That's construction.
No experience? That's okay. If you show up ready to work, ask questions, and learn, we can teach you the rest.
What You'll Be Doing
- Work as part of a crew on underground construction projects
- Support operators, welders, and foremen in daily field tasks
- Assist with pipe installation, excavation, grading, and site prep
- Work safely around heavy equipment and construction tools
- Help with rigging, materials handling, and general jobsite work
- Learn different construction processes by doing and asking questions
- Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe
- Follow direction from your Foreman and experienced crew members
What We're Looking For
We want people who:
- Show up ready to work and learn
- Don't wait to be told - they jump in and help
- Can work safely around heavy machinery
- Communicate and work well with a team
- Take pride in doing things the right way
- Aren't afraid to get dirty
Core Competencies
- Works well with others and contributes to team success
- Speaks up when something isn't safe or doesn't look right
- Pays attention and learns from experienced crew members
- Builds trust through honesty and effort
- Adapts quickly to changing jobsite conditions
- Looks for ways to help without being asked
Responsibilities
- Follow directions from Foreman and crew leads at all times
- Inspect tools and equipment before use
- Participate in daily safety meetings, JHAs, and stretch & flex
- Assist with preparing, performing, and cleaning up job tasks
- Maintain safe work habits around heavy equipment and tools
- Help maintain clean, organized work trucks and job sites
- Keep personal phone use limited to breaks and non-work areas
Expectations
RESULTS
- Tools are returned and organized properly after use
- Job sites are left clean and safe
- Tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly the first time
TEAMWORK
- Support the crew and step in without being asked
- Look out for fellow crew members and safety concerns
- Follow direction and help keep projects moving
KNOWLEDGE
- Learn construction processes through hands-on work
- Ask questions - that's how you grow here
- Keep required certifications current as needed
Physical Requirements
- Stand and walk for long periods
- Lift and carry 50–100 lbs regularly
- Climb ladders, trenches, and uneven terrain
- Kneel, crouch, stoop, and crawl throughout the day
- Work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind)
- Work around dust, noise, and active construction equipment
Why NIX Construction?
We don't just hire workers - we build crews. If you want to learn a trade, work hard, and be part of something physical and real, this is a great place to start.
We believe in:
- Safety
- Honor
- Communication
- Innovation
- Strength
If you're ready to learn, work hard, and grow into a skilled tradesperson - we'd like to meet you.