Underground Construction Laborer

If you like working hard, learning on the job, and being part of a crew that actually builds things from the ground up - this is where you start. At NIX Construction in Ogden, Utah, our Laborers are the backbone of every project. You won't be standing around watching work happen - you'll be in it, learning it, and helping make it happen. One day you might be prepping pipe, the next you're helping with equipment, and the next you're solving a problem nobody saw coming. That's construction. Pay: $22 - $24/hr What You'll Be Doing - Work as part of a crew on underground construction projects - Support operators, welders, and foremen in daily field tasks - Assist with pipe installation, excavation, grading, and site prep - Work safely around heavy equipment and construction tools - Help with rigging, materials handling, and general jobsite work - Learn different construction processes by doing and asking questions - Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe - Follow direction from your Foreman and experienced crew members What We're Looking For: Required: A minimum of 6 months of construction or related hands-on field experience. We want people who: - Show up ready to work and learn - Don't wait to be told - they jump in and help - Can work safely around heavy machinery - Communicate and work well with a team - Take pride in doing things the right way - Aren't afraid to get dirty Core Competencies - Works well with others and contributes to team success - Speaks up when something isn't safe or doesn't look right - Pays attention and learns from experienced crew members - Builds trust through honesty and effort - Adapts quickly to changing jobsite conditions - Looks for ways to help without being asked Responsibilities - Follow directions from Foreman and crew leads at all times - Inspect tools and equipment before use - Participate in daily safety meetings, JHAs, and stretch & flex - Assist with preparing, performing, and cleaning up job tasks - Maintain safe work habits around heavy equipment and tools - Help maintain clean, organized work trucks and job sites - Keep personal phone use limited to breaks and non-work areas Expectations RESULTS - Tools are returned and organized properly after use - Job sites are left clean and safe - Tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly the first time TEAMWORK - Support the crew and step in without being asked - Look out for fellow crew members and safety concerns - Follow direction and help keep projects moving KNOWLEDGE - Learn construction processes through hands-on work - Ask questions - that's how you grow here - Keep required certifications current as needed Physical Requirements - Stand and walk for long periods - Lift and carry 50--100 lbs regularly - Climb ladders, trenches, and uneven terrain - Kneel, crouch, stoop, and crawl throughout the day - Work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind) - Work around dust, noise, and active construction equipment Why NIX Construction? We don't just hire workers - we build crews. If you want to learn a trade, w ork hard, and be part of something physical and real, this is a great place to start. We believe in: - Safety - Honor - Communication - Innovation - Strength If you're ready to learn, work hard, and grow into a skilled tradesperson - we'd like to meet you.