Key Responsibilities

Dry Utility Installation

•    Assist in the installation of underground dry utilities, including:

o    Electrical conduit and duct banks

o    Communications and fiber conduit systems

o    Gas conduit, sleeves, and related structures

•    Place and secure conduit, spacers, rebar, and concrete encasement for duct banks

•    Assist with pulling, laying, and protecting conduit and utility lines

•    Set pull boxes, vaults, handholes, and sleeves

•    Assist with concrete pours related to duct banks and encasements

Trenching & Site Work

•    Hand dig and expose existing utilities safely

•    Assist with trench boxes, shoring systems, and trench safety

•    Backfill and compact trenches per project specifications

•    Assist with grading and site restoration

Equipment & Crew Support

•    Work alongside excavator, backhoe, and loader operators

•    Load, unload, and stage materials, tools, and equipment

•    Perform basic maintenance on tools and equipment

Safety & Compliance

•    Work safely around live electrical, gas, and communications utilities

•    Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety requirements

•    Use PPE at all times

•    Participate in daily safety meetings and job briefings

•    Identify, communicate, and help resolve utility conflicts

General Duties

•    Maintain a clean and organized jobsite

•    Assist with traffic control and pedestrian safety when required

•    Perform other tasks as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent

Qualifications

Required

•    Ability to perform heavy physical labor outdoors

•    Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly

•    Comfortable working in trenches and around live utilities

•    Dependable and punctual

•    Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a crew

Preferred

•    Prior experience in dry utilities, underground electrical, gas, or communications

•    OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

•    Trenching & Shoring certification

•    Confined Space or Flagging certification

•    Experience with duct banks, conduit installation, or utility vaults

Work Environment

•    Outdoor construction sites in varying weather conditions

•    Exposure to noise, dust, traffic, and heavy equipment

•    Overtime, night work, or weekends may be required

Physical Requirements

•    Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting

•    Manual dexterity to use hand and power tools

•    Ability to work safely in trenches and uneven terrain

Reporting Structure

•    Reports to Foreman 

To apply: Send your resume to Catherine Miles at cmiles@spfunderground.com