Heartland Underground Solutions Helper

Team Kline; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Underground Solutions (HUS) Helper is an entry-level field position supporting underground utility installation, maintenance, and repair. This role performs general labor, assists crew members, maintains safe and organized jobsites, and develops underground construction skills through on-the-job training.

Responsibilities include assisting with excavation, conduit installation, load/unload of tools, and following safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Construction experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• CDL preferred; must be insurable under the company policy.
• Willingness to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Assist with excavation, trench preparation, backfilling, and restoration.
• Load, unload, and organize tools and materials.
• Safely operate hand and basic power tools.
• Follow directions from Foremen and experienced crew members.
• Learn underground construction methods and company procedures.
• Follow OSHA requirements and wear PPE; report unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Dependability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Heartland Underground Solutions (HUS) Helper is an entry-level field position that supports underground utility installation, maintenance, and repair. This role performs general labor, assists crew members, maintains safe and organized jobsites, and develops underground construction skills through on-the-job training.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with excavation, trench preparation, backfilling, utility placement, conduit installation, cable pulling, restoration, and cleanup.


• Load, unload, transport, and organize tools, equipment, and materials.


• Safely operate hand and basic power tools.


• Follow direction from Foremen, Operators, and experienced crew members.


• Learn underground construction methods, equipment operation, and company procedures.


• Follow OSHA requirements and company safety policies, wear required PPE and report unsafe conditions.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong work ethic


• Dependability


• Teamwork


• Willingness to learn


• Communication


• Safety awareness


• Physical stamina


• Positive attitude

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Previous construction experience preferred but not required.


• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments.


• Reliable transportation to and from work.


• Valid driver's license preferred; must be insurable under the company’s vehicle insurance policy.


• Have or willing to obtain a CDL.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.


• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in trenches.


• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Exposure to heavy equipment, dust, mud, traffic, and construction environments.


• Required to wear appropriate PPE at all times.