Underground Construction Laborer

If you like working hard, learning on the job, and being part of a crew that actually builds things from the ground up - this is where you start.

At NIX Construction in Ogden, Utah , our Laborers are the backbone of every project. You won't be standing around watching work happen - you'll be in it, learning it, and helping make it happen. One day you might be prepping pipe, the next you're helping with equipment, and the next you're solving a problem nobody saw coming.

That's construction.

Pay: $22 - $24/hr

What You'll Be Doing

• Work as part of a crew on underground construction projects
• Support operators, welders, and foremen in daily field tasks
• Assist with pipe installation, excavation, grading, and site prep
• Work safely around heavy equipment and construction tools
• Help with rigging, materials handling, and general jobsite work
• Learn different construction processes by doing and asking questions
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe
• Follow direction from your Foreman and experienced crew members

What We're Looking For:

Required: A minimum of 6 months of construction or related hands-on field experience.

We want people who:

• Show up ready to work and learn
• Don't wait to be told - they jump in and help
• Can work safely around heavy machinery
• Communicate and work well with a team
• Take pride in doing things the right way
• Aren't afraid to get dirty

Core Competencies

• Works well with others and contributes to team success
• Speaks up when something isn't safe or doesn't look right
• Pays attention and learns from experienced crew members
• Builds trust through honesty and effort
• Adapts quickly to changing jobsite conditions
• Looks for ways to help without being asked

Responsibilities

• Follow directions from Foreman and crew leads at all times
• Inspect tools and equipment before use
• Participate in daily safety meetings, JHAs, and stretch & flex
• Assist with preparing, performing, and cleaning up job tasks
• Maintain safe work habits around heavy equipment and tools
• Help maintain clean, organized work trucks and job sites
• Keep personal phone use limited to breaks and non-work areas

Expectations

RESULTS

• Tools are returned and organized properly after use
• Job sites are left clean and safe
• Tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly the first time

TEAMWORK

• Support the crew and step in without being asked
• Look out for fellow crew members and safety concerns
• Follow direction and help keep projects moving

KNOWLEDGE

• Learn construction processes through hands-on work
• Ask questions - that's how you grow here
• Keep required certifications current as needed

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for long periods
• Lift and carry 50-100 lbs regularly
• Climb ladders, trenches, and uneven terrain
• Kneel, crouch, stoop, and crawl throughout the day
• Work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind)
• Work around dust, noise, and active construction equipment

Why NIX Construction?

We don't just hire workers - we build crews. If you want to learn a trade, work hard, and be part of something physical and real, this is a great place to start.

We believe in:

• Safety
• Honor
• Communication
• Innovation
• Strength

If you're ready to learn, work hard, and grow into a skilled tradesperson - we'd like to meet you.