Hand Tunnel Laborer

Blythe Development Co; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD

Job summary

Blythe Development is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based contractor specializing in site development and road/golf course construction. The Underground Construction Laborer performs manual excavation in underground tunnels and supports pipe installation with safety-focused practices.

The role involves setting grades, aligning pipeline sections, and coordinating with heavy equipment operators across varying project sites. ESOP and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground construction, trench safety, and pipe installation preferred.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in confined spaces.
• Willingness to work varying shifts and locations.

Responsibilities

• Manual excavation with picks, shovels, pneumatic hammers, and jackhammers.
• Align, fit, and install pipeline sections to prevent leaks.
• Set lasers and verify line, grade, and depth.
• Assist heavy equipment operators to reach required excavation depth.
• Ensure proper backfill and chocking of pipe.
• Maintain trench safety equipment per OSHA regulations.
• Follow safety procedures for confined spaces and underground work.

Job description

Blythe Development is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based, licensed general contractor specializing in site development, road construction, and golf course construction across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Founded in 1989 by Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe, we have more than 900 employees and self-perform 80% of our site groundwork. Our capabilities include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base, and asphalt paving through Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company. This self-performing model gives us greater control over safety, quality, schedules, and costs.

Job Overview

The Underground Construction Laborer (Hand Tunnel) performs manual excavation and installs structural supports in underground utility and cross-drainage tunnels. Using hand and pneumatic tools, this role supports pipe installation and works with heavy equipment operators to maintain safe, accurate line, grade, and excavation depth.

What You'll Do

• Perform manual excavation with picks, shovels, pneumatic hammers, and jackhammers in earth, rock, and restricted areas where mechanical drills cannot operate safely.
• Align, fit, and install pipeline sections to help prevent leaks.
• Set lasers at the proper grade and verify pipe line, grade, and depth.
• Assist heavy equipment operators in reaching the required excavation depth.
• Ensure pipe is properly backfilled and chocked.
• Confirm required trench safety equipment is in place in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Follow confined-space, underground utility, trench, and heavy-equipment safety procedures.
• Adapt to changing schedules, project locations, and shift times.

What You'll Need

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces.
• Ability to work safely around trenches, underground utilities, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to use hand and pneumatic excavation tools safely and effectively.
• Willingness to work varying shifts and at different project locations.

Benefits & Ownership

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace