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Public Utility Laborer

BACKBONE UNDERGROUND INC

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
Backbone Underground Inc is seeking a dependable and hardworking Underground Utilities Construction Laborer to join our team. We specialize in public utility construction, including water, sewer, and horizontal directional drilling (HDD).

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist crews with installation of underground water and sewer mains and services

  • Assist with horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations

  • Install and handle pipe, fittings, valves, hydrants, manholes, and other utility components

  • Perform digging, trenching, backfilling, and general site work

  • Hand dig around existing utilities as needed

  • Assist with jobsite setup and cleanup

  • Load, unload, and move pipe, tools, equipment, and materials

  • Safely use hand and power tools

  • Work around excavators, loaders, directional drills, vacuum equipment, and other heavy equipment

  • Assist equipment operators and other crew members as needed

  • Follow company and jobsite safety procedures

  • Perform other construction duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Previous underground utility or construction experience preferred, but not required

  • Experience with water, sewer, or HDD is a plus

  • Willing to train the right candidate

  • Must be dependable and have a strong work ethic

  • Ability to follow directions and work well as part of a crew

  • Must be able to perform physical labor including digging, lifting, carrying, bending, and working on your feet throughout the day

  • Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions

  • Valid driver's license preferred

  • Must be safety-conscious and willing to learn

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who shows up, works hard, follows directions, and is willing to learn. Our work varies from job to job, so you must be willing to help wherever needed and work as part of a team.

Previous underground utility experience is a plus, but dependability, work ethic, and willingness to learn are just as important.

Position: Full-Time
Industry: Underground Utility / Public Utility Construction
Pay: Based on experience
Location: Coastal North Carolina

Vacancy posted 29 days ago
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