Underground Utilities Laborer/Topman — Overtime & Benefits

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

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.