Anderson Underground is hiring Underground Laborers to support traveling utility construction crews.
This is a hands-on field role working outdoors around underground utility construction, excavation, trenching, equipment, tools, and materials. We’re looking for someone dependable, safety-minded, and willing to work hard with a crew.
Position Summary:
The Underground Laborer supports equipment operators, foremen, and crew members with daily underground utility construction work. This includes loading and unloading materials, preparing job sites, assisting with trenching and backfilling, spotting equipment, handling tools, and helping keep the job moving safely and efficiently.
Schedule / Travel:
Crews typically work a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.
Week 1: Monday-Friday
Week 2: Monday-Thursday
Hours generally average around 50-55 hours per week, but can vary depending on workload, weather, and project needs.
This is a traveling role. Transportation is provided, and flights in and out are paid for when applicable. Perdiem is paid out on working days.
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist with underground utility construction, trenching, excavation, and backfill work
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Load, unload, organize, and move tools, materials, pipe, conduit, and equipment
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Spot for equipment operators and help maintain safe work zones
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Assist with setting up traffic control, barricades, shoring, trench boxes, and jobsite protection
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Use hand tools, power tools, compactors, tampers, and other small equipment
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Help with cleanup, equipment washing, and daily jobsite organization
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Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA standards, and jobsite requirements
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Work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding labor
What We’re Looking For:
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Previous underground utility, construction labor, excavation, or trenching experience preferred
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CDL preferred
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Valid driver’s license required
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Ability to travel and stay out of town during scheduled rotations
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Comfortable working around heavy equipment
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Willing to perform physical labor in outdoor jobsite conditions
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Strong attendance, safety mindset, and ability to work as part of a crew
Benefits:
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Competitive pay based on experience
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Paid travel when applicable
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Per diem for working travel days
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Steady work with underground utility construction crews
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Opportunity to grow into equipment operation or other field roles over time
