General Labor-Tail Man -Underground Wet Utilities, Water & Sewer

PURIS; Pasadena (TX); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Résumé du poste

PURIS is seeking a General Labor-Tail Man for Open Cut projects in the Pasadena area. The role supports the Open Cut crew with excavation, pipe installation, site cleanup, and material handling, ensuring safety and efficiency on site.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and experience in construction or outdoor labor. Willingness to travel, follow directions, and pass pre-employment screenings is required. Competitive benefits and a safety‑minded team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in construction, utility, or outdoor labor preferred.
• Experience around underground utilities or heavy equipment is a plus.
• Acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist with excavation, pipe laying, backfilling, and grading.
• Perform general labor duties including shoveling, cleaning, and material handling.
• Load, unload, and stage tools and materials as directed.
• Support open cut crew with site setup and cleanup.
• Identify and report safety hazards to supervisors.

Connaissances

Physical Labor

Teamwork

Safety Conscious

Lift 50 lbs

Outdoor Work

Travel Availability

Drug Screening

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Position: General Labor-Tail Man - Open Cut (Non-Exempt)

About PURIS

PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 1300+ employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.

Job Summary Description

The General Labor (Tail Man) is responsible for supporting the Open Cut crew by assisting with excavation, pipe installation, site cleanup, material handling, and other assigned labor tasks to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Work effectively with supervisors, pipe layers, equipment operators, and crew members on open cut construction projects.
• Follow directions from the Pipe Layer, Foreman, and other designated supervisors.
• Assist with excavation, pipe laying, backfilling, grading, and related construction activities.
• Perform general labor duties including shoveling, cleaning, material handling, and job site organization.
• Load, unload, move, and stage tools, equipment, and materials as directed.
• Assist with job site setup and cleanup before, during, and after construction activities.
• Support crew members wherever needed to ensure project success.
• Identify and report safety hazards to supervisors immediately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company safety policies.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in construction, utility, excavation, or outdoor labor environments preferred.
• Experience working around underground utilities, pipeline construction, or heavy equipment is a plus.
• Acceptable driving record preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing job site priorities.
• Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods when project needs require.
• Commitment to maintaining a phone-free and distraction-free work environment during working hours.
• Must successfully pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability and willingness to follow all company policies, procedures, and PURIS's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands and tools. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and near excavation sites, heavy equipment, and active construction operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.