General Labor-Tail Man - Open Cut
About The Position
PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 1300+ employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project. The General Labor (Tail Man) is responsible for supporting the Open Cut crew by assisting with excavation, pipe installation, site cleanup, material handling, and other assigned labor tasks to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to changing job site priorities.
- Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods when project needs require.
- Commitment to maintaining a phone-free and distraction-free work environment during working hours.
- Must successfully pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Strong commitment to safety and ability to comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
- Ability and willingness to follow all company policies, procedures, and PURIS's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in construction, utility, excavation, or outdoor labor environments preferred.
- Experience working around underground utilities, pipeline construction, or heavy equipment is a plus.
- Acceptable driving record preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work effectively with supervisors, pipe layers, equipment operators, and crew members on open cut construction projects.
- Follow directions from the Pipe Layer, Foreman, and other designated supervisors.
- Assist with excavation, pipe laying, backfilling, grading, and related construction activities.
- Perform general labor duties including shoveling, cleaning, material handling, and job site organization.
- Load, unload, move, and stage tools, equipment, and materials as directed.
- Assist with job site setup and cleanup before, during, and after construction activities.
- Support crew members wherever needed to ensure project success.
- Identify and report safety hazards to supervisors immediately.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company safety policies.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
