Laborer - Utility

Zachry Construction Corporation (Zachry) • Wharton, TX

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About The Position

Zachry Construction Corporation is seeking Utility Laborers to perform physical labor on heavy highway, road, and bridge construction projects. The role helps prepare and maintain safe construction sites, supports concrete, drainage, and retaining wall crews, and assists with traffic control. Duties may also include plant labor and entering a mixer to perform chipping as required. Work may take place in varying weather conditions, and workers must follow the company’s safety program. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.

Requirements

• At least one year of heavy highway, road, concrete, form setting, or bridge construction laborer experience.
• Physical ability to perform assigned tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• General labor skills and familiarity with construction work environments.
• Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools of all types.
• Previous flagging and traffic control experience.
• Willingness to work days and/or nights as needed and adapt to shift changes with little or no notice.
• Physically fit and capable of performing hard manual labor.
• Competency in using a shovel and chipping hammer.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of operating various other equipment and instruments.
• Flagging and Traffic Control certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor on construction projects.
• Assist concrete, drainage, and retaining wall crews as needed.
• Load and unload materials.
• Flag traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
• Set up and maintain traffic control.
• Operate hand and power tools as required.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Adhere to safety guidelines outlined in the company’s safety program.
• Lift, push, and pull items up to 50 pounds.
• Perform other labor-related duties as instructed by the supervisor.
• Perform plant labor duties, including shoveling rock and sand, operating the water cannon to wash dump truck beds, and blowing cement and fly ash into the concrete plant as needed.
• Enter the mixer to perform chipping as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a 6% dollar-for-dollar company match.
• Paid time off.
• Annual performance bonus program.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and advancement.
• Career growth opportunities and long-term stability.

What This Job Offers

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