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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

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