Position: Utility Construction Technician (Stormwater)

Industry: Operational Services

Location: S. Windsor, CT (06074)

Compensation: $21.00 - $26.00 an hour depending on experience and qualifications

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Apex Companies is a growth-focused environmental & utility construction company, offering services in stormwater system construction and maintenance. We are accepting applications for a traveling Utility Construction Technician in South Windsor, CT .

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in stormwater utilities, water/wastewater management, or related fields within industrial or commercial sites. Strong familiarity with interpreting plan sets, proficiency in heavy equipment operations and a comprehensive understanding of OSHA safety regulations are essential.

Your Responsibilities as a Utility Construction Technician:

• Repair and construct stormwater infrastructure, concrete structures, underground utilities and stormwater basins throughout the central states
• Operate hand-held, power tools and construction equipment (skid loader, excavator, dozer).
• Travel is required Monday-Friday, 85% overnight travel (lodging expenses, $55 daily per diem, and a company vehicle is provided for travel reimbursement)
• Learn to develop construction and regulatory compliance techniques.
• Document field observations.
• Ensure safe performance of project work.
• Actively develop your own career path.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Year-round full-time work!
• Paid Travel expenses, use of company truck, and paid per diem for travel days away.
• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 1,000 employee national firm with 50 locations across the US.

What we're looking for:

• GED or High School Diploma.
• 2-4 years of construction experience.
• Overnight travel 85% of the time.
• Experience with operation of construction equipment (e.g. skid loader, small excavator), power tools and concrete hand tools.
• Basic understanding of plans and specs.
• Prior experience with repair and construction of stormwater infrastructure, concrete structures, rebar and concrete finishing, underground piping and detention/retention basins is a plus.
• Able to perform manual labor, Lift and carry 60 pounds, work in confined spaces and under inclement weather conditions.
• Knowledge of stormwater & sediment and erosion control.
• Thorough understanding of safe work practices in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Comfortable using pickups and equipment trailers while understanding DOT requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.