Utilities Laborer

Posillico Civil•Brownsville, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Posillico is Building for Generations. Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico’s business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully. Posillico empowers a “people first, think safety” culture throughout our organization. This “people first” culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff. We offer all employees an excellent opportunity to be part of our developing business at Posillico, as we set the standards for excellence in the construction industry with our integrated solutions. Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community. Follow us at… Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: The Utilities Laborer performs manual labor tasks to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of utility systems, including water, sewer, storm, gas, or electrical infrastructure. This role involves preparing job sites, handling materials, and assisting skilled trades workers to ensure safe and efficient completion of projects.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions.
Responsible for the health and safety of others.
Practices good safety habits.
Perform a variety of duties which may often change.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Repeat tasks of short duration according to a sect procedure.
Knowledge of trade tools, equipment, materials, methods, and techniques.
On-the-job training required.
May require driver’s license.
Minimum OSHA 10 required.
Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, walk, and work at heights for extended periods of time.
Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects.
Lift and carry materials, sometimes weighing 50 to 100 pounds.
Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects while carrying tools and equipment.
Must always wear protective or safety equipment, i.e., safety boots/shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats and follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a higher-level operations or maintenance employee, perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and installation of utility systems and associated facilities
Assist technicians, equipment operators, and other tradespeople with utility installation, maintenance, and repair work
Clean and prepare worksites by removing debris, excavating materials, and setting up necessary equipment
Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact soil to support underground utility installation
Handle, transport, and stage materials such as pipe, conduit, fittings, gravel, and other construction supplies
Operate hand tools and power tools such as shovels, jackhammers, drills, saws, and compactors
Follow instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks including digging, trenching, lifting, and material placement
Place and maintain warning signs, barricades, and traffic control devices to ensure a safe work zone
Assist with the setup and removal of trench boxes, shoring, and other temporary structures
Maintain awareness of underground utilities and job site hazards to prevent damage or injury
Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, or unsafe conditions to supervisors immediately
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment
Perform other labor-related duties as assigned in support of utility operations