Underground Utility Construction Laborer; CDL-A

Position Title: Utility Construction Laborer

Reports To: Foreman/Project Manager

Department: Field

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Whitmore Lake, MI

We are looking for utility construction laborers to join our team! As a utility construction laborer, you would be responsible for helping assist the foreman and team with installing and replacing underground utilities.

• Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water mains, sewer mains, etc.
• Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites.
• Installing and removal of water and sewer mains.
• Reading and interpreting plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Driving various vehicles to job sites, traffic control and flagging.
• Utilize hand tools to dig near existing underground utilities.
• Travel within the State of Michigan is required.

Compensation follows the scale rate of the associated union, and experience. Currently, scale begins at a taxable wage of $28.41/hour ($24.41/hour base pay + $4/hour vacation pay). Those that have a CDL will earn $2.00/hour above scale.

• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred - employees will receive an extra $2.00/hour with a valid CDL)
• Satisfactory driving record (MVR check will be conducted prior to hire)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug screens in accordance with company policy and DOT regulations
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening
• Ability to be a team player
• Dedicated, hard-working and goal focused
• Willing to work overtime and weekends, and work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Those that have a CDL will earn $2.00/hour above scale.