Union Laborer - Utility Construction

Five Star Infrastructure Services, dBA InterCon/Five Star Energy Services/M&C Utility; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Infrastructure Services, dBA InterCon/Five Star Energy Services/M&C Utility is seeking a field technician to prepare work sites, locate utilities, and install gas mains and related fiber optics. This on-site role requires travel and physical endurance.

You will signal equipment operators, configure pipe routes, and ensure safety during trenching and pipe installation. CDL preferred; HS diploma required; take pride in accuracy and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Class A CDL preferred.
• Willingness to travel.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50 pounds regularly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience installing gas mains and fiber optic cables preferred.
• Education in Gas and Utilities Construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work site to locate utilities and eliminate hazards.
• Signal operators to facilitate movement or alignment of equipment.
• Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools.
• Configure pipe routes.
• Assemble gas piping and equipment.
• Follow safety standards throughout process, including digging trenches, sliding pipe into trenches, grading trenches, and sealing joints.
• Ensure pipes are fitted and aligned using grade rods or transit levels.
• Cover pipes or cable with dirt or other material.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Willingness to Travel

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Education in Gas and Utilities Construction preferred

Job description

Essential Job Duties

• Prepare work site to locate utilities and eliminate possible hazards.
• Signal operators to help facilitate movement or alignment of equipment.
• Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools
• Configure pipe routes.
• Assemble gas piping and equipment.
• Follow safety standards throughout process, including while digging trenches, sliding pipe into trenches, grading trenches, and sealing joints.
• Ensure pipes are fitted and aligned using grade rods or transit levels.
• Cover pipes or cable with dirt or other material.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Class A CDL preferred
• Must be willing to travel
• Must be able to bend/kneel/stand/walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift/push/pull 50 pounds regularly
• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience installing gas mains and fiber optic cables preferred
• Education in Gas and Utilities Construction preferred

Five Star Infrastructure Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer