Underground Utilities Laborer – Water & Sewer Installations

Kids for the Future; Autumn Chase (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Weekly attendance award

Job summary

T.E. Stevens Construction is seeking a reliable Skilled Laborer for hands-on underground utility installation in Birmingham, AL. You will work with water, sewer, and storm drainage lines, following trenching and pipe-laying practices, and committing to safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of underground utility experience, can read drawings, and can lift 50 lbs. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred as you join a safety-focused crew.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Underground utility construction (water, sewer, and storm preferred).
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings and grade stakes is a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. frequently and work in confined or uneven spaces.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, repair, and replacement of underground water, sewer, and storm drainage lines.
• Perform hand-digging, trenching, backfilling, grading, and compaction tasks.
• Lay and align pipe accurately using proper tools and construction methods.
• Cut and fit pipes, install valves, manholes, catch basins, and related components.
• Operate small equipment such as tampers, compactors, or saws when necessary.
• Assist equipment operators and other skilled workers by providing labor support.
• Maintain clean and organized job sites, including proper storage of tools and materials.
• Follow all OSHA, MSHA, and company safety regulations and use required PPE at all times.
• Work as part of a crew, taking direction from supervisors and foremen.
• Communicate clearly with team members to ensure efficient and accurate work completion.
• May operate construction equipment if qualified and authorized.

Skills

Underground utility construction

Trenching safety

Pipe laying

Reading construction drawings

Team communication

Tools

Small equipment operation

Hand tools

Job description

T.E. Stevens Construction is seeking a reliable Skilled Laborer for hands-on underground utility installation in Birmingham, AL. You will work with water, sewer, and storm drainage lines, following trenching and pipe-laying practices, and committing to safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of underground utility experience, can read drawings, and can lift 50 lbs. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred as you join a safety-focused crew.