Skilled Laborer- Heavy Civil Construction

Gregory Construction; Ohio; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Health, dental, PTO, 401(k) with match

Training and advancement opportunities

Faith-based, team-oriented culture

Job summary

Gregory Construction is seeking Skilled Laborers for heavy civil construction projects, including data centers. You will support excavation, underground utilities, and concrete work while using hand tools safely and staying environmentally conscious on site.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic, with growth opportunities in a faith-based, safety‑driven culture across mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil construction preferred.
• Ability to perform pipe handling, grading, utilities or concrete work.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site prep, excavation, trenching, and backfilling.
• Support crews with underground utility installation and concrete work.
• Operate and maintain hand tools and small equipment safely.
• Keep job sites organized, clean, and safe.
• Work as part of a team to meet project goals and deadlines.

Skills

Pipe handling

Grading

Utilities

Concrete work

Teamwork

Safety

Education

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job description

Skilled Laborer- Heavy Civil Construction

Gregory Construction, a Christian-principled, award-winning contractor, is looking for Skilled Laborers to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll support heavy civil and mission-critical projects such as data centers, with opportunities to use and grow skills in pipe handling, grading, underground utilities, and concrete.

When you work with Gregory Construction, you benefit from experienced professionals with a diverse range of capabilities that are invested in your career growth. The Civil Foreman is a hands-on supervisor responsible for overseeing daily operations of an assigned crew, ensuring safe and efficient project execution while maintaining quality standards and fostering a positive team environment.

What you’ll get to do:

Assist with site prep, excavation, trenching, and backfilling.

Support crews withunderground utility installationand concrete work.

Operate and maintain hand tools and small equipment safely.

Keep job sites organized, clean, and safe.

Work as part of a team to meet project goals and deadlines.

About You:

Previous construction experience (pipe handling, grading, utilities, or concrete preferred).

Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Strong work ethic, teamwork, and commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience onmission-critical or data center projects.
• Familiarity with basic grade checking and small equipment operation.
• OSHA 10/30 certification.

What’s in it for you:

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, PTO, 401(k) with company match).

Training and advancement opportunities.

A faith-based, team-oriented culture rooted in safety, integrity, and excellence.

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