Laborer

Klaasmeyer Construction Company, Inc.; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Klaasmeyer Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Trenching Crew - Laborer in Conway, Arkansas. This role involves supporting digging and trenching crews by hand digging around existing utilities and restoring the ground after excavation.

The ideal candidate must perform sustained physical labor in all weather conditions and demonstrate reliability and safety awareness. Previous construction experience is preferred, and training is available for the right person.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform sustained hard physical labor in all weather conditions.
• Shows up on time and works the full day.
• Follows safety rules around equipment and underground utilities.
• Prior construction or general labor experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hand digging around existing underground utilities in congested areas.
• Potholing to expose and verify utility locations.
• Installing conduit and innerduct, including fittings.
• Backfilling, compacting, and restoring the ground surface.
• Spotting equipment and supporting the crew.

Skills

Physical labor

Reliability

Safety awareness

Construction experience

Job description

Serving Arkansas with excellence for over 50 years, Klaasmeyer Construction Company is looking for a Trenching Crew - Laborer to join the Field Operations team. The Laborer will support our digging and trenching crews by hand digging around existing utilities, laying conduit in the trench, and restoring the ground after excavation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Hand digging around existing underground utilities in congested areas where the excavator cannot go
• Potholing to expose and verify utility locations before the Equipment Operator gets close
• Installing conduit and innerduct, including fittings, couplings, grading, and alignment
• Backfilling, compacting, and restoring the ground surface to pre‑construction condition
• Spotting equipment, setting up traffic control, and supporting the crew throughout the day

What We Need From You

• Ability to perform sustained hard physical labor in all weather conditions – shoveling, lifting, and moving materials all day
• Reliable – shows up on time and works the full day
• Safety aware – follows rules around equipment and underground utilities
• Prior construction or general labor experience preferred; willing to train the right person
• Valid driver's license preferred

The Physical Reality

This is one of the most physically demanding jobs on our crews – shoveling, lifting conduit, tamping backfill, and working on your feet in all weather for the full shift every day. If you are physically capable and not afraid of that kind of work, this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door with a growing telecom construction company.

• High‑volume hand digging and shoveling throughout the workday
• Lifting and carrying conduit, tools, and materials up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Bending, kneeling, and working in and around open trenches
• Outdoor work in all weather – full days, every day
• Work is primarily local and regional. Out‑of‑state project travel may be required – when it is, per diem and accommodations are covered by the company

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre‑employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing per company policy.