Laborer - Utility Services

SiteWise; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Utility Infrastructure, an integrated engineering and construction company, seeks a construction crew member to support underground utility projects in residential and commercial areas. You will assist in construction, reconstruction, and maintenance tasks as part of a crew.

Responsibilities include using jackhammers, rotary drills, and power actuated fasteners, coordinating with operators, and ensuring safety on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew leader in construction/reconstruction and maintenance work.

Skills

Heavy labor

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

Safety-conscious

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammers

Rotary drills

Power actuated fasteners

Job description

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services.

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

These crews are responsible for going into residential and commercial areas working on underground utilities and working with their crew to complete tasks for the day.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist crew leader in construction/ reconstruction and maintenance work
• Assist equipment operators, swamping, hand digging, locating underground obstructions
• Work with specialized equipment including jackhammers, rotary drills, power actuated fasteners and other necessary tools
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials
• Work safely around backhoes, excavators, trenchers and dump truck
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards

Success Factors:

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
• English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Experience working with underground utilities desired
• CDL A is a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Possession of, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes:The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License

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