Laborer

UtiliQuest; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction company as a Laborer, where you'll engage in underground construction tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency. Enjoy great benefits like weekly paychecks, paid lodging, and comprehensive insurance. This role offers hands-on training and a commitment to safety, making it a rewarding career path.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid lodging and per diem

Paid Time Off

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Previous experience safely operating various hand tools and utility trucks is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction tasks including loading, delivery, digging, and operating equipment.
• Install underground telecommunications cabling.
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations.

Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Utility Trucks

Job description

Discover a more connected Laborer career

At TelCom Construction, as a Laborer on our team, you’ll participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, delivery, digging, and equipment operation.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid lodging and per diem when overnight travel is required
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Class A CDL License program
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as a Laborer

• Perform construction tasks including loading, delivery, digging, and operating equipment
• Install underground telecommunications cabling
• Operate construction equipment, and maintain work areas
• Clearly communicate with all team members
• Complete daily production reports
• Help with site restoration efforts
• Hand dig using shovel and/or mechanical tools
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies
• Set up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers and at times flagging traffic
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• Previous experience safely operating various hand tools and utility trucks is preferred
• May be required to work overtime, after hours, and weekends. May be on-call for emergency call-outs as needed

Physical Requirements

• Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Duties will require standing, crouching, sitting, bending, using hands and fingers, reaching high and low, and other physical activities
• Work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, and hardhat
• Exposure to dust, fumes, or airborne pathogens may occur
• Remote work may be required, involving long driving and sitting
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, sleet, dust, and challenging driving conditions

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

To apply for this opportunity, please visit our careers page at https://careers.telcomconstruction.com/telcom.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.