Concrete Substation Laborer

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS)•Springfield, MO

25d

About The Position

Emery Sapp & Sons is seeking an experienced, safety-focused worker to support construction of electrical substations and related infrastructure projects. The role primarily involves operating track hoes/excavators, skid steers, small dozers, and other construction equipment for excavation, grading, site preparation, material handling, and associated earthwork. The successful candidate will have heavy equipment operating experience in a construction environment and be comfortable working around crews, utilities, foundations, and active jobsites. This is a full-time travel position.

Requirements

Experience operating a track hoe/excavator, skid steer, and/or dozer is required.
Experience performing excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation.
Ability to safely operate equipment in tight areas and around ground crews.
Ability to understand grade stakes, elevations, and basic construction plans.
Knowledge of safe excavation practices and equipment operating procedures.
Ability to perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
Strong safety awareness and good communication skills.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to travel full-time is required.
Willingness to work overtime and travel as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Construction, heavy civil, utility, industrial, or substation experience preferred.
Concrete foundations and structural concrete experience.
Utility, industrial, or substation construction experience.
Earthwork, grading, and excavation support experience.
Heavy civil construction project experience.
OSHA 10 or other construction safety certifications.
Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate track hoe/excavator, skid steer, small dozer, and other construction equipment in support of substation construction.
Perform excavation, grading, backfilling, site preparation, and general earthwork.
Excavate for foundations, equipment pads, trenches, conduit, grounding systems, and underground installations.
Fine grade and prepare areas for concrete foundations, pads, access roads, and other substation improvements.
Backfill and compact excavated areas after underground or foundation work is completed.
Load, move, spread, and stockpile dirt, rock, aggregate, and other construction materials.
Operate equipment safely around ground personnel, existing utilities, structures, and other equipment.
Read grade stakes and follow established elevations and excavation limits.
Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
Identify equipment issues and communicate needed repairs to supervision.
Assist with general construction and labor activities when equipment operation is not required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Follow company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work closely with foremen, operators, and craft personnel to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.