Helper- Utilities

About Magnolia Plumbing, LLC

For over 75 years, Magnolia Plumbing, LLC has proudly served the DC metropolitan area, delivering reliable solutions for both residential and commercial customers across heating and cooling (HVAC), plumbing, wastewater management, and underground site utility work. The company believes the best service starts with the best people, so it hires the best and invests in their success.

About the role

Magnolia Companies is seeking a Helper to join the Utilities Department. This position is ideal for an experienced individual with at least two years of experience who wants to expand skills, gain hands‑on experience, and grow within the utility field. The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, willing to learn, and comfortable working as part of a team in a hands‑on environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradesmen and foremen with daily underground utility work.
• Assist with underground piping and sewer installation.
• Assist with digging ditches and manholes.
• Assist with preparing work areas for underground utility installation.
• Load and unload materials and deliveries.
• Assist with jobsite cleanup and demolition.
• Continuously shovel wet material as needed.
• Perform flagging as directed.
• Assist with confined space work.
• Follow directions from foremen and tradesmen.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow all company and jobsite safety procedures.

Requirements

• Commitment to safety at all times.
• Reliable transportation.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to follow directions and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, and shoveling.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a flagger written test; training will be provided.
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required.
• Two years of construction experience preferred.

As part of the standard hiring process, this role requires completion of a background check and drug screening following an offer of employment.

Benefits & Culture

• Medical benefits starting the first of the month.
• Company‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability.
• Company contributions to 401(k) and HSA.
• Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage.
• Company‑paid basic life insurance policy.
• Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.
• Empowered environment: trust to own your work.
• Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development.
• Safety incentive bonus.