Construction Laborer

Construction Laborer

The Construction Laborer installs fiber optic cable and other utilities while operating a variety of construction equipment and performing manual excavation. This role combines hands-on outdoor work with the safe use of machinery such as skid loaders, mini excavators, directional boring machines, and locating equipment to support utility installation projects.

Responsibilities

• Install fiber optic cable and other underground utilities according to project specifications and safety standards.
• Operate construction equipment such as skid loaders, mini excavators, directional boring machines, and locating equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform hand digging and trenching using shovels and other hand tools to expose utilities and prepare work areas.
• Assist with setting up, maintaining, and cleaning the job site to ensure a safe and organized work environment.
• Follow directions from supervisors and crew leads to complete daily tasks and project milestones on time.
• Use hand tools and construction tools correctly to support installation, back filling, and site restoration.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining productivity and safety.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including proper use of equipment and tools, to protect yourself, your team, and the public.
• Support the crew with any additional labor tasks required to complete utility installation projects.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience working outdoors in a physically demanding role.
• Willingness to perform manual labor and get hands dirty while working on construction and utility installation tasks.
• Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a mini excavator.
• Basic experience or strong aptitude for operating construction equipment such as skid loaders and mini excavators.
• Comfort using hand tools and basic construction tools for digging, lifting, and material handling.
• Ability to work safely and follow instructions in an outdoor construction environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a mini excavator, which is considered the most valuable transferable skill for this role.
• Directional boring experience, including operating or assisting with a directional boring machine.
• Experience with locating equipment used to identify underground utilities.
• Previous general labor or construction experience, especially in utility or infrastructure projects.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a proactive attitude toward learning new equipment and tasks.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values stability, growth, and a supportive work culture. The crew is home most nights, offering a predictable routine and better work-life balance. The company is actively growing and reinvesting in its operations, providing opportunities to develop your skills and grow with the organization. Work remains steady throughout the year, including the winter months, offering consistent employment and the chance to build long-term experience in the utility construction field.

Work Environment

This role is primarily outdoors and involves working in a variety of weather conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy days. Installation work typically continues unless severe weather or persistent rain requires a day off. You will work on active construction and utility installation sites, using equipment such as skid loaders, mini excavators, directional boring machines, locating equipment, and a range of hand tools.

The environment is physically demanding, requiring regular lifting, digging, and standing for extended periods, with a focus on safety and teamwork throughout each project.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Paynesville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Paynesville, MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

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