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Laborer Utility

Zachry


Job Location:

Marion, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 19 September 2026 (8 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 17 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Build Your Future with a Company Thats Built America for Over a Century

For more than 100 years Zachry Construction Corporation has been shaping Americas infrastructure from highways and bridges to major civil projects that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company weve built our reputation on integrity innovation and an unwavering commitment to our people.


At Zachry youre not just joining a construction company youre joining a family that values hard work teamwork and doing the right thing because its the right thing to do. Were looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow their careers and make a lasting impact.


Our Core Values guide everything we do: Every Person Matters Together We Can Do Great Things This Is More Than a Job.


Position Summary

Zachry Construction is seeking Utility Laborers to perform tasks involving physical labor on heavy highway road and bridge construction projects. This position will assist in cleaning and preparing construction sites to eliminate possible hazards flag traffic passing near or around work zones set up traffic control and assist other craft workers as instructed by the supervisor.


What Youll Do

  • Perform tasks involving physical labor on construction projects
  • Assist concrete drainage and retaining wall crews as needed
  • Load and unload materials
  • Flag traffic passing near in or around work zones
  • Set up and maintain traffic control
  • Operate hand and power tools as required
  • Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
  • Work in varying weather conditions including heat cold rain and wind
  • Adhere to all safety guidelines outlined in the companys safety program
  • Lift push and pull items up to 50 pounds
  • Perform other labor-related duties as instructed by the supervisor
  • Perform plant labor duties including shoveling rock and sand operating the water cannon to wash dump truck beds and blowing cement and fly ash into the concrete plant as needed
  • Enter the mixer to perform chipping as required

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities duties and skills required.


What Were Looking For

  • At least one year of heavy highway road concrete form setting or bridge construction laborer experience
  • Physical ability to perform assigned tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs. bending stooping climbing and standing for extended periods
  • General labor skills and familiarity with construction work environments
  • Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools of all types
  • Knowledge of operating various other equipment and instruments is a plus
  • Flagging and Traffic Control certification preferred
  • Previous flagging and traffic control experience
  • Willingness to work days and/or nights as needed and adapt to shift changes with little or no notice
  • Physically fit and capable of performing hard manual labor
  • Competency in using a shovel and chipping hammer


Why Youll Love Working with Us

At Zachry we invest in our people because theyre the foundation of our success. Were proud to offer career growth opportunities long-term stability and a culture built on trust and respect.


Our Industry-Leading Benefits Include

  • Comprehensive Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with 6% dollar-for-dollar company match Paid Time Off and an annual Performance Bonus Program
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Opportunities for training professional development and advancement


Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.


We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected status.


We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visaat this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.


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