Helper-Stormwater

Magnolia Plumbing • Hyattsville, MD

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About The Position

Magnolia Companies is seeking a Helper to join its Stormwater Department. This is an opportunity to enter the construction field, gain hands-on experience, and develop a career in stormwater management and drainage infrastructure.

The Stormwater Department installs, maintains, and repairs stormwater drainage systems. The role involves physical labor such as cleaning storm drainage structures, digging for drainage systems and manholes, shoveling wet material, and assisting with stormwater projects. Work is outdoors in varying weather conditions and is performed under the direction of foremen and experienced tradesmen.

Requirements

• Commitment to workplace and jobsite safety at all times.
• Reliable transportation and ability to report to assigned job sites.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills in stormwater and underground utility work.
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, carrying, and shoveling.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, construction vehicles, and active job sites.
• Ability to work in confined spaces when properly trained and authorized.
• Ability to pass a Flagger written test; training will be provided.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and construction equipment.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing jobsite conditions and work assignments.
• Completion of a background check and drug screening following an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of construction, excavation, drainage, or general labor experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist foremen and tradesmen with daily stormwater, drainage, and underground utility work.
• Assist with cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining storm drainage structures.
• Support stormwater drainage system installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of drainage pipes, catch basins, manholes, and related structures.
• Dig ditches, trenches, and manholes as directed.
• Continuously shovel wet material, dirt, gravel, and debris.
• Load, unload, transport, and organize materials, tools, and deliveries.
• Assist with jobsite preparation, cleanup, demolition, and restoration.
• Remove debris, sediment, and blockages from stormwater drainage systems.
• Assist with pipe placement, backfilling, grading, and other excavation activities.
• Perform flagging and direct traffic around active work zones as directed.
• Assist with confined space work and related safety procedures when properly trained and authorized.
• Help identify and report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, or potential jobsite hazards.
• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and materials.
• Follow directions from foremen and tradesmen to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical benefits starting the first of the month.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Company contributions to a 401(k) and HSA.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.
• Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development.
• Safety incentive bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed