Underground Utility Crew Water Sewer Storm Bakken Operations

3 Forks Services; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local utility services provider in Williston is seeking an experienced Underground Utility Crew member to handle the installation and maintenance of water, sewer, and storm services. This full-time role requires physical stamina, teamwork, and proficiency with heavy machinery and utility safety. The pay ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour, and weekend work is mandatory. The position offers benefits including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with a clean record; CDL is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated history of installing water, sewer, and storm services.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and perform manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain underground water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Operate heavy machinery to bury utilities safely.
• Collaborate with a crew to dig trenches and lay pipes.

Skills

Proficiency with pipe lasers

Physical stamina

Knowledge of trench safety

Tools

Heavy machinery

Fusion welding (HDPE)

Job description

Here at 3 Forks Services, it is our mission to provide the highest quality service to our customers. We provide a variety of services including but not limited to Trucking, Cranes, Hydrovac, Pressure Testing, Light & Heavy Civil Construction. We take pride in our equipment and the work we perform. 3 Forks Services strives to provide our employees with the best equipment, resources and environment available, so we can provide the highest quality of service to our customers. We are currently seeking an experienced, hardworking Underground Utility Crew to handle the installation and maintenance of critical water, sewer, and storm services. This is a high-demand role for those who aren't afraid of long hours and thrive in a team-oriented construction environment.

Underground Utility Crew Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain underground water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
• Perform deep excavations and ensure proper alignment and grading of pipes using lasers and grade instruments.
• Operate heavy machinery, including excavators, backhoes, and trenchers, to bury utilities safely.
• Collaborate with a crew to dig trenches, lay pipe/conduit, backfill, and compact soil.
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA safety protocols and confined space entry procedures.

Underground Utility Crew Requirements and Qualifications

• Licensing: Valid Driver's License with a clean record; CDL is preferred but not required.
• Proven Experience: Demonstrated history of installing water, sewer, and storm services.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with pipe lasers, line and grade, and fusion welding (HDPE experience is a plus).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and perform manual labor (digging, kneeling, crouching) in varying weather conditions.
• Safety Mindset: Knowledge of trench safety and underground utility locating.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Schedule

• Hours: Must be willing to work long hours to meet project deadlines.
• Availability: Weekend work is required.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time with overtime