General Laborer – Heavy Utility Construction

Job Summary:

The General Laborer performs a variety of physical tasks to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems, including water, sewer, storm drain, gas, and other infrastructure projects. This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and assisting equipment operators, pipe crews, and supervisors to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with excavation, trenching, backfilling, and grading operations.
• Load, unload, and transport construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Install and assist with underground utility systems, including water, sewer, and storm drain lines.
• Hand-dig around existing utilities and sensitive areas.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment safely and effectively.
• Clean and prepare job sites before, during, and after construction activities.
• Assist in setting grades, laying pipe, and compacting materials.
• Install and maintain traffic control devices and barricades as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, inspectors, and utility representatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.