Laborer
About The Position
The Gas Utility Laborer works in the field on utility and energy infrastructure projects, helping protect existing utility structures and supporting the crew’s daily work. The role includes 1–4 weeks of paid training and hands-on, on-the-job training under an experienced Foreman, alongside Equipment Operators and Pipe Fitters. The position offers an opportunity to develop skills in areas such as excavating, trenching, and shoring. After as little as six months, employees may qualify for additional paid training to advance their careers. Work takes place outdoors, potentially in extreme weather, and within the “red zone” of heavy equipment. The work requires following safety instructions in English, maintaining alertness and coordination, and performing repeated physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, crouching, and crawling. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and a strong desire to learn a new trade. Employees must maintain required Operator Qualifications and join and maintain Union membership.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong desire to learn a new trade.
- Fluency in English, as worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English.
- Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug screens.
- Provide valid U.S. work authorization documents for E-Verify.
- Satisfactory pre-employment background check results.
- Pass a pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test and hold or obtain a DOT medical card.
- Join and maintain Union membership.
- Ability to perform repeated lifting, including overhead lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Ability to work safely in the red zone of heavy equipment and maintain quick, accurate hand-eye coordination and constant alertness.
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Use hand tools to dig around existing utility structures to prevent damage.
- Load and unload equipment and materials.
- Keep the worksite clean, organized, and free from unnecessary hazards.
- Perform regular maintenance and cleaning on assigned vehicles and equipment.
- Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualifications.
- Perform other tasks as requested by leadership.
Benefits
- Paid on-the-job training for technical skills.
- Employee Assistance Program benefit.
- Health Insurance Plan benefit.
- Retirement Plan benefit.
- Access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan featuring a 15% stock discount.
- Weekly payroll.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
