Laborer - Civil Infrastructure
Sunset Valley Construction · Ellington, CT · 2 mo ago
On-siteEducation$30–$45/hrFull-time
About the role
We're growing, increasing capacity, and building a stronger field team with room for people to move into higher-level roles over time. You’ll support field operations by preparing work, using tools, and staying one step ahead of excavation and utility crews on roadwork, site work, and commercial/multifamily development projects.
Responsibilities
- Keep field crews moving by preparing tools, materials, and work areas before they’re needed
- Help build infrastructure that holds up by supporting quality field work from setup through completion
- Protect crew time by keeping equipment organized, accounted for, and ready to use
- Keep work accurate using hand tools, small power tools, rotary lasers, and field technology
- Support quality underground utility work by helping with trench work, drainage, water mains, stakes, grades, blueprints, and elevations, where your experience allows
- Help the crew work better together by staying aware of what is happening around you
- Build toward the next field role by learning the path from Laborer to Pipe Layer to Foreman to Superintendent
Requirements
- You bring 1+ years of underground utilities or site work experience. We may also consider other related field experience.
- You’re comfortable using hand tools and small power tools
- You can use rotary lasers, or you have the field background to build that skill quickly
- You can think through challenges that require math to make practical decisions.
- You like physical, hands-on work where the day moves quickly, the work changes rapidly, and your part helps the crew make visible progress.
- You have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- You’re authorized to work in the United States
Qualifications
- P6 license
- Experience installing drainage or water mains
- Experience working in trench boxes
- Experience using Topcon GPS
- Ability to perform layout, including stakes and grades
- Ability to read blueprints and elevations
Skills
- Hand tools
- Small power tools
- Rotary lasers
- Field technology
- Underground utility work
- Layout and grading
- Blueprint reading
Benefits
- $30 to $45 per hour
- Clear field path: Laborer → Pipe Layer → Foreman → Superintendent
- Apprenticeship opportunities
- Training and development support
Pay
- $30 to $45 per hour
Schedule
- Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Work is consistent year-round, weather-dependent, with about 5 hours of overtime per week
- Projects range from 4 weeks to 2 years
- Travel is minimal and focused around the greater Hartford area
- We do not plow snow in the winter, and paving/concrete work is minimal
Health & Financial
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance after 3 months
- 100% employer coverage
- 401K with 3% company match after 3 months
- Professional personal financial advice
Perks & Lifestyle
- Newer equipment with modern technology
- Two prepaid plane tickets anywhere in the USA once a year for personal use
- Personal use of SVC equipment, as long as it does not interfere with work schedules
- Office staff support for data tracking, emails, computer usage, and scheduling
Team & Culture
- Low-ego, family-first, faith-driven culture
- Mission-oriented leadership
- Clear respectful communication
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Continually improving systems and communication