Laborer

Laborers perform a range of tasks to support Equipment Operators and Foreman in physically demanding hands-on tasks in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Preparation & Support
  • Assist in preparing construction sites by clearing debris, setting up barricades, and marking utilities.
  • Load, unload, and organize tools, materials, and equipment.
  • Set up trench boxes, shoring, and traffic control measures.
• Trenching & Excavation
  • Dig trenches manually or assist equipment operators during excavation.
  • Backfill trenches and compact soil using tampers or other equipment.
• Utility Installation & Repair
  • Assist with placing pipes/conduit, pulling/pushing cable, and backfilling.
  • Spot for machine operators and follow dig-safe protocols to prevent damage to existing utilities.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Participate in jobsite safety meetings and hazard assessments.
  • Use tools and equipment in accordance with safety standards.
• Equipment Handling & Maintenance
  • Operate small tools and support equipment (jackhammers, tampers, etc.).
  • Wash and clean company vehicles and equipment.
  • Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors.
• Team Support
  • Work closely with crew members, foremen, and subcontractors to meet daily production goals.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and assist in site cleanup at project completion.
  • Communicate effectively with team members to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
  • Follow directions from supervisors and work collaboratively with crew members

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Certification:
  • Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Experience:
  • Previous experience in construction, utility or general labor preferred.
  • Familiarity with trenching, pipe laying, and utility construction practices is a plus.

• Skills & Competencies:
  • Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class A Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or GED
• OSHA 10

Work Environment:

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Exposure to dust, mud, insects, and loud equipment.
• Regularly exposed to construction hazards such as open trenches, moving equipment, and vehicular traffic.
• May require overtime or weekend work depending on project needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Competencies:
  • Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
  • Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8–12 hours per day).
  • Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
  • Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.

• Mobility and Flexibility
  • Stand, walk, and move over uneven terrain, construction sites, and confined areas for the majority of the workday.
  • Bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and crawl into trenches, under structures, or within tight enclosures.
  • Climb ladders, steps, or equipment to access elevated or underground work zones.
  • Must be able to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to 11 hours to travel to and from job sites.
• Manual Dexterity and Coordination
  • Use hand tools and power tools with precision and control.
  • Repetitive motion tasks such as digging, raking, or using wrenches and pliers.
  • Ability to work with small components such as fiber cable and splicing equipment.
• Visual and Auditory Requirements
  • Visual acuity must be sufficient to read labels, identify cables, and operate tools and vehicles.
  • Color vision to distinguish wire or cable types.
  • Hearing sufficient to recognize warning signals, equipment alarms, or instructions.