Process & Utility Piping Laborer - Newport, KY

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is currently seeking a Process and Utility Piping Laborer, preferably with food and beverage and/or pharmaceutical industry experience, to join our team.

EGC employs more than 120 skilled craft workers that focus on safety, quality and customer satisfaction. We offer general, commercial and industrial construction including electrical work, millwrights, pipe fitters and structural steel detailers.

Headquartered in Newport, Kentucky, EGC has been servicing local, regional, and international clients since 1978. EGC is committed to safety and the continuous improvement of our safety systems. We have received national safety awards as a result of our performance.

• Focuses on safety and safety practices first and foremost during all tasks assigned
• Provides labor work needed for a specific jobsite in a positive, efficient and timely manner
• General and final cleanup on jobsites for projects
• Distribution / cleanup of power hand-tools / extensions cords
• Willingness to learn the piping trade and jump in and assist when needed
• Attends meetings and prepares all necessary daily documentation
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Candidates must have transportation
• Familiar with basic tools
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers
• Proficient math skills
• Good communication skills
• Be willing to work within a 50-mile radius. Willingness to travel to other states for work is a plus!
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions

EGC is a merit shop contractor supporting a Team working environment. All Team members will be required from time to time to perform other duties they are qualified to perform, outside of this job description and their normal work function.

All EGC employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. EGC Construction may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

EGC Construction is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. EGC is committed to a diverse workforce.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.