Whitaker Construction Company, Inc.

Underground Utility Laborer

Whitaker Construction Company, Inc.  •  $40k/yr  •  Nampa, ID (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description


Das-Co of Idaho is the largest utility contractor in the state, delivering essential services across Telecommunication, Water/Sewer, Directional Drilling, Joint Trench, and Natural Gas projects throughout the Treasure Valley and beyond. We are committed to safety, quality, and efficiency in every project we undertake.


We are seeking a motivated Underground Utility Laborer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will assist with underground utility installation and maintenance by operating heavy equipment, performing manual labor, and supporting various construction activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in utility construction while contributing to vital infrastructure projects.

Duties

  • Spot for heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, and front loader trucks to assist with utility installation and excavation work
  • Support pipe laying operations using pipe lasers and blueprint reading to ensure precise placement of pipelines and utilities
  • Assist with utility locating and pipeline installation to ensure accurate placement and safety compliance
  • Conduct plumbing, and other related tasks as needed for utility connections and repairs
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and inspecting equipment regularly
  • Collaborate with team members on construction site activities including trenching, backfilling, and site cleanup

Skills

  • Proficiency around heavy equipment operation including dozer, loader, backhoe, excavator, forklift, and front loader truck
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret construction plans accurately
  • Knowledge of pipeline installation processes or municipal utility projects
  • Familiarity with construction site safety standards and procedures
  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to follow detailed instructions precisely
  • Basic understanding of blueprint reading and technical drawings related to utility work

Join us to build essential infrastructure that powers communities! We welcome energetic individuals eager to learn new skills in a fast-paced environment. All positions are paid roles that provide valuable hands-on experience in utility construction projects.

Whitaker Construction Company, Inc.

About Whitaker Construction Company, Inc.

With more than 70 years of experience, Whitaker Construction has established itself as the leader in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry in the Intermountain West. We are an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company and have built an unmatched wealth-building opportunity for our employee-owners! We have steadily become one of the most well-respected contractors in Utah with more than 700 employees and an entire fleet of the industry's best equipment. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, CIPP, trenchless, and telecommunications projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado and Oregon. Our reputation for quality, efficiency, and honorable work precedes us and we're so grateful to help Build the Best: People, Communities, and Future!

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Brigham City, UT - Utah
Year Founded
1953
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