Commercial Civil Utility Laborer

D-T Specialized Services, Inc.; Catoosa (OK); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable based on skills

Medical benefits after 60 days

Supplemental benefits after 60 days

401K with company match after 60 days

DT provided Life Insurance

Paid PTO

$30 daily per diem for travel

Paid hotel rooms for travel

Certified training

Job summary

D-T Specialized Services, Inc. is seeking a Civil Laborer to assist with underground water, sewer, and storm drain installations. You will perform trenching, grading, backfilling, and pipe installation, supporting crews to ensure proper line and grade while following safety protocols.

Responsibilities include reading plans, conducting tie-ins, testing utilities, and maintaining erosion controls. Travel may be required, with emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• OSHA 10 or 30 is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid training is preferred.
• Strong communication skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of underground water, sewer, and storm drain systems.
• Perform trench excavation, grading, backfilling, and compaction activities.
• Install various types of utility pipe including PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, reinforced concrete, and corrugated metal pipe.
• Assist in the construction and installation of utility structures including manholes, inlets, catch basins, valve boxes, and meter pits.
• Perform proper tie-ins to existing water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility drawings, grade stakes, and specifications.
• Assist with utility line testing including pressure testing, leak testing, and sewer inspections.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, compactors, pumps, and other construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support crews in maintaining proper line and grade during utility installation.
• Install erosion control devices and maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
• Perform site cleanup and restoration activities.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and trench safety requirements.
• Assist with traffic control setup and maintenance when required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Travel for periods of time

Experience with water systems

Experience with sanitary sewer

Experience with storm drainage

Ability to read construction plans

Ability to work in varying weather

Education

High School Diploma / GED

OSHA 10 or 30 (Preferred)

CPR / First Aid Training (Preferred)

Job description

Our core values are deeply ingrained principles that guide every action our company undertakes; these core values serve as our cultural cornerstones.

We welcome the individual in this position to embrace and grow with us per our core values.

• Accountability
• Safety
• Passion
• Ethical Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer Satisfaction
• Learn It, Do It, Share It
• Embrace, Challenge, and Drive Success

Our core values are deeply ingrained principles that guide every action our company undertakes; these core values serve as our cultural cornerstones.

We welcome the individual in this position to embrace and grow with us per our core values.

• Accountability
• Safety
• Continuous Improvement
• Passion
• Ethical Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer Satisfaction
• Learn It, Do It, Share It
• Embrace, Challenge, and Drive Success

What we offer:

• Salary that will be negotiated and will be based on skill set, experience, position best suited to your skills, and the market.
• Medical benefits available after 60 days of full-time employment
• Supplemental benefits available after 60 days of full-time employment
• 401K with company match plan after 60 days of full-time employment
• DT provided Life Insurance and Disability of $25,000
• Paid PTO
• $30 daily per diem for travel
• Paid hotel rooms for travel
• Certified training

Civil Laborer | In this role you will…

• Assist with the installation of underground water, sewer, and storm drain systems.
• Perform trench excavation, grading, backfilling, and compaction activities.
• Install various types of utility pipe including PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, reinforced concrete, and corrugated metal pipe.
• Assist in the construction and installation of utility structures including manholes, inlets, catch basins, valve boxes, and meter pits.
• Perform proper tie-ins to existing water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility drawings, grade stakes, and specifications.
• Assist with utility line testing including pressure testing, leak testing, and sewer inspections.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, compactors, pumps, and other construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support crews in maintaining proper line and grade during utility installation.
• Install erosion control devices and maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
• Perform site cleanup and restoration activities.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and trench safety requirements.
• Assist with traffic control setup and maintenance when required.

What we look for:

• High School Diploma / GED
• OSHA 10 or 30 (Preferred)
• CPR / First Aid Training (Preferred)
• Strong communication skills; thorough and attentive to details
• Travel for periods of time, as projects require
• Experience working with water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Knowledge of proper utility installation methods and industry standards.
• Experience installing and connecting utility structures and performing tie-ins to existing systems.
• Ability to work in trenches and around heavy equipment safely.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and utility layouts.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions.