Underground Laborer

Job Summary

As the UG Laborer, you will ultimately be responsible for supporting underground utility construction activities, assisting equipment operators, and maintaining safe and efficient jobsite operations. You will perform manual labor tasks related to trenching, conduit placement, site preparation, and restoration. As the UG Laborer, your customers are internal construction crews and external utility clients, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company’s success through teamwork, safety, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to)

• Attend and participate in daily job-specific safety meetings and huddles
• Operate tamping machines and inspect equipment for daily use and maintenance
• Assist with loading and unloading jobsite materials and maintaining clean work areas
• Support excavation activities including trenching, shoring, backfilling, and conduit placement
• Perform potholing of existing utilities and assist with setting structures
• Support concrete forming, pouring, asphalt prep, and restoration activities
• Additonal responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Basic construction industry knowledge preferred
• Experience with underground utility construction preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods in various weather conditions

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods in various weather conditions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform manual labor for extended periods
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions
• Exposure to excavation sites, heavy equipment, dust, noise, and uneven terrain
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and MVR check

Congruex Culture & Benefits

• Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
• We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information

• We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles.
• Some benefits have eligibility criteria.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.