Laborer / Top Man

Geotex Construction Services, Inc.; Reynoldsburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Weekly Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Training & Support

Promotion from Within

Meaningful work

Job summary

Geotex Construction Services, Inc. is seeking a Laborer/Topman to support underground utility crews in Central Ohio. You will assist with trench preparation, material handling, and jobsite safety during storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and waterline installations.

The role offers a standard 50-hour workweek with overtime opportunities. Candidates must understand trenching safety and utility installation, with OSHA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe trenching procedures and utility installation experience.
• Ability to read grades and benchmarks and a strong commitment to safety.
• OSHA certification and equipment operating experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist the underground utility crew with installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and waterline systems.
• Prepare trenches and work areas for pipe installation.
• Load, unload, organize, and transport materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with trench boxes, shoring systems, and excavation safety.
• Hand dig around existing utilities as required.
• Clean, prepare, and stage pipe, fittings, and related materials.
• Assist with placing bedding material and backfilling trenches.
• Communicate safely with equipment operators using hand signals and verbal direction.
• Perform daily inspections of tools and equipment and report safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and trench safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Foreman.

Skills

Safe trenching procedures

Utility installation experience

Reading grades & benchmarks

Safety commitment

Education

OSHA certification (preferred)

Tools

Equipment operation (preferred)

Job description

Description

Geotex Construction Services, headquartered in Central Ohio, is an employee-owned site development contractor specializing in site development, earthwork, underground utilities, demolition, grading, and infrastructure construction projects throughout the region.

Since our founding, our growth has been fueled by the pride, craftsmanship, and dedication of our team. As an employee-owned company, we are deeply committed to the success of our employees. This sense of ownership is reflected in the professionalism, integrity, and commitment we bring to every project—and in the positive impact we strive to make in the communities we serve.

Our culture is built on four core values:

• Quality – We take pride in doing the job right the first time.
• Integrity – We do what we say we're going to do and hold ourselves accountable.
• Safety – Nothing is more important than sending every employee home safely every day.
• Family – We support one another and believe strong teams build strong communities.

We are actively seeking qualified candidates for the Laborer / Topman position to join our growing team.

Great Reasons to Join:

• Employee-Owned Company
• Highly Competitive Wage
• Consistent 50-Hour Work Schedule with Overtime Opportunities
• Excellent Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability/Accident Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Resources
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Training and Support
• Promotion from Within
• Meaningful work that helps build Central Ohio communities.

Standard Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

This position is part of our standard 50-hour workweek schedule. Additional overtime and occasional Saturdays may be required based on project needs, weather conditions, and customer schedules.

Candidates must be willing to be flexible as project demands and schedules may change.

Position Summary:

The Laborer / Topman supports the Underground Utility crew by assisting with trench preparation, material handling, excavation support, and jobsite safety during the installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and waterline systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist the underground utility crew with installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and waterline systems.
• Prepare trenches and work areas for pipe installation.
• Load, unload, organize, and transport materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with trench boxes, shoring systems, and excavation safety.
• Hand dig around existing utilities as required.
• Clean, prepare, and stage pipe, fittings, and related materials.
• Assist with placing bedding material and backfilling trenches.
• Communicate safely with equipment operators using hand signals and verbal direction.
• Perform daily inspections of tools and equipment and report safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and trench safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Foreman.

Qualifications:

Required: Knowledge of safe trenching procedures, utility installation experience, ability to read grades and benchmarks, and a strong commitment to safety.
Preferred: OSHA certification and equipment operating experience.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting.
• Must be able to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment, excavation activities, and active construction sites.

Benefits and Compensation:

We provide a comprehensive package of employee benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation and holidays, and financial wellness resources.

As an employee-owned company, we are committed to investing in our employees and creating opportunities for long-term career growth.

Compensation: $25 per hour

Compensation includes the opportunity for consistent overtime through our standard 50-hour work schedule.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

EEO Statement:
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will provide employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.