Utility Laborer

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For more than 100 years Zachry 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 Underground and Utility Services is seeking a Utility Laborer with construction experience to perform various tasks involving physical labor on underground utility projects. Candidates should have general construction experience and experience installing dry utilities or underground structures is a plus. This position may also include driving equipment to and from the job site at the beginning and end of each shift.

What Youll Do

• Operate hand and power tools such as hammers sledgehammers pry bars and screwdrivers
• Hand-dig trenches with shovels for conduit placement around live utility services
• Operate a jackhammer weighing between 1090 pounds both vertically and horizontally
• Use asphalt saws and quickie saws for cutting materials
• Operate a tamper in ditches and confined areas
• Drive a single-axle dump truck (CDL not required)
• Pull and maneuver utility trailers safely
• Operate small equipment such as mini excavators and trench rollers
• Handle and assemble 20-foot pipe joints in ditches ranging from 2 to 4 feet deep
• Climb ladders and work at various elevations as needed
• Handle 4x8x3/4 plywood and other construction materials
• Push manual and operate mechanical wheelbarrows to move materials
• Load and unload miscellaneous materials such as lumber plywood cement bags sandbags and buckets
• Maintain availability Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (up to 55 hours per week)
• Assist other craft workers as needed
• Perform other labor-related duties as assigned by the supervisor

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

• Physical ability to perform assigned labor-related tasks including climbing ladders and entering or exiting ditches
• Ability to lift push or pull up to 50 pounds
• General labor skills and familiarity with construction work environments
• Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools such as hammers sledgehammers pry bars andscrewdrivers
• Dependable self-motivated and task-oriented individual with a strong work ethic

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 Underground and Utility Services performs underground utility work throughout the State of Texas. 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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