Common Laborer

Overview

Build Your Future with a Company That's Built America for Over a Century

For more than 100 years,
Zachry Underground & Utility Services
, a division of Zachry Construction Corporation, has been shaping America's infrastructure—from highways and bridges to the underground and utility systems that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company, we've built our reputation on integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to our people.

At Zachry, you're not just joining a construction company—you're joining a family that values hard work, teamwork, and doing the right thing because it's the right thing to do. We're looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow their careers and make a lasting impact.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:
Every Person Matters
, Together We Can Do Great Things
, This Is More Than a Job
.

Common Laborers are new construction professionals who perform various tasks involving physical labor on underground residential electric distribution systems.

• Operate hand and/or power tools (hammers, sledgehammers, pry bars, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Hand-dig trenches for conduit placement around live utility services
• Operate jackhammers (10-90 lbs.) both vertically and horizontally
• Use asphalt saws and quickie saws
• Operate tampers in ditches
• Handle and move 20' pipe joints and hand materials to other workers in ditches
• Climb ladders and handle 4x8x3/4" plywood
• Push and operate manual and mechanical wheelbarrows
• Load and unload materials such as lumber, plywood, cement bags, sandbags, and 5-gallon buckets
• Maintain availability Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM (up to 55 hours per week)
• Assist other craft workers as needed
• Perform other labor-related duties as assigned by the supervisor

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

• Physical ability to perform assigned labor-related tasks, including climbing ladders and entering/exiting ditches
• Physical ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• General labor skills and knowledge of construction site operations
• Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools (hammers, sledgehammers, pry bars, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Valid Texas driver's license recommended but not required
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and team-oriented

At Zachry, we invest in our people because they're the foundation of our success. We're proud to offer career growth opportunities, long-term stability, and a culture built on trust and respect.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% dollar-for-dollar company match, Paid Time Off, and an annual Performance Bonus Program
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and advancement

Zachry Underground & Utility Services performs heavy civil, underground, and utility work throughout the United States. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.

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Company
:
Zachry

Position
:
Common Laborer

Req #:

Date Posted
:
February 18, 2026

Location
: 317 N Loop Rd, San Antonio, US, TX, 78216

Job Category
:
Skilled Craft and Laborers