Underground Utility Laborer — Trenching & Pipe Install

E-Z Bel Construction

San Antonio (TX)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Voluntary benefits: life, accident, 1&

401(k) retirement plan

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

EAP and wellness resources

Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Scholarship program for dependents of…

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Job summary

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC in San Antonio, TX is seeking a dependable Utility Laborer to support underground utility crews with trenching, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, and safety-conscious work.

This role emphasizes physical stamina, teamwork, and a willingness to learn soil conditions, pipe types, and proper handling of hand and small power tools under supervision to ensure efficient, safe project progress.

Qualifications

1-2 years of construction experience preferred, with underground utility, excavation, pipe, trenching, or heavy civil construction experience preferred.
Ability to follow direction from Foremen, Leadmen, Pipelayers, Operators, and other experienced crew members.
Basic understanding of underground utility materials, tools, and jobsite conditions preferred.
Willingness to learn pipe types, fittings, trench safety, bedding, compaction, grade, utility markings, and safe work around excavation.

Responsibilities

Assist underground utility crews with trenching, excavation support, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, compaction, and general utility construction activities.
Stage, load, unload, carry, and organize underground utility materials, including pipe, fittings, trench protection components, copper connections, PVC, DI, SDR26, glue, tools, and related supplies.
Support Pipelayers with pipe zone preparation, bedding placement, offset markings, basic layout, and proper positioning of pipe and materials.
Cut, bevel, clean, and prepare pipe under direction using tools such as quickie saws, Z saws, impact guns, and other approved equipment when trained.
Assist with trench protection setup, including trench boxes, shields, shoring jacks, ladders, and access points under the direction of the Foreman, Leadman, or competent person.
Help maintain safe and dry trench conditions by assisting with bypass pumps, generators, dewatering equipment, hoses, and related setup as directed.
Participate in potholing, utility locating support, and recognition of utility markings to help identify existing underground utilities.
Use measuring tape, levels, laser levels, and basic layout tools under supervision to support trench grade, slope, flowline, and material placement.
Operate compactors, tampers, jumping jacks, small rollers, and other small equipment when trained and authorized.
Assist with traffic control setup, barricades, cones, signs, and safe flagging practices when assigned.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas by removing hazards, staging tools properly, and keeping materials clear of active trenches, equipment paths, and traffic areas.
Follow all safety expectations related to PPE, trench safety, confined space awareness, silica exposure, traffic control, equipment spotting, and working near active utilities.
Report unsafe conditions, damaged tools, trench concerns, utility conflicts, or equipment issues to the Foreman or Leadman immediately.
Perform other underground utility labor‑related duties as assigned.