Utility Laborer

Build Your Future with a Company That’s Built America for Over a Century For more than 100 years, Zachry has been shaping America’s infrastructure from highways and bridges to major civil projects that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to our people. At Zachry, you’re not just joining a construction company, you’re joining a family that values hard work, teamwork, and doing the right thing because it’s the right thing to do. We’re 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 You’ll 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 10–90 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 What We’re 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, and screwdrivers Dependable, self-motivated, and task-oriented individual with a strong work ethic Why You’ll Love Working with Us At Zachry, we invest in our people because they’re the foundation of our success. We’re 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 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 visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas. To learn more about our legacy and projects, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Zachry Construction Corporation