Utility Laborer

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) seeks an Underground Utilities Laborer to support day-to-day construction site activities in the Kansas City area. The role involves assisting with loading, trenching, and tool use, with travel between Lawrence, KS and Independence, MO as required.

You will maintain a safe work environment, follow safety protocols, and collaborate with site supervisors. A high school diploma and willingness to learn are preferred, with ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in all

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general construction tasks, including loading and unloading materials, digging trenches, and operating hand and power tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other construction staff to ensure project success
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Math skills

Follow directions

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Underground Utilities Laborer to join our team and support the day-to-day operations of our construction projects.

Must be willing to travel between Lawrence, KS to Independence, MO

Responsibilities

• Assist with general construction tasks, including loading and unloading materials, digging trenches, and operating hand and power tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other construction staff to ensure project success
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)