General Construction Laborer

**General Laborer – Underground Utilities & Heavy Civil** **Location:** Hagerstown, MD **Position Type:** Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent) **Build Your Career in Heavy Construction** Are you hard-working, reliable, and looking for a real career path instead of just another job? We are hiring a **General Laborer** for heavy civil and utility construction projects. No prior heavy civil experience is required. If you bring a strong work ethic, rock-solid reliability, and a focus on safety, we will train you on the tools, trade skills, and machinery you need to build a high-paying, long-term career. **Your Development Path** We don't want you to stay a laborer forever. We offer a **clear, structured path for advancement**: 1. **General Laborer:** Master hands-on tools, safety protocols, compaction, and pipe laser setup. 2. **Pipe Layer:** Learn to lay, set, and secure underground utility systems. 3. **Equipment Operator:** Earn your seat in excavator, loader, and dozer cabs! **Key Responsibilities** - **Hands-On Site Work:** Work alongside experienced tradespeople using hand and power tools for trenching, utility setup, and site preparation. - **Compaction & Grade Tools:** Operate compaction equipment (rammers, plate compactors, rollers) and set up pipe lasers for proper grade alignment. - **Machine Operation:** Learn to operate small pieces of construction equipment as you complete site training. - **Safety & Support:** Assist with staging materials, maintaining trench safety, and ensuring a safe, efficient jobsite. **Candidate Requirements** - **Driver's License:** Valid Driver's License required. - **Certifications:** OSHA 10 certification is preferred, but a**willingness to obtain it upon hire is required** . - **Experience:****Entry level!** No prior heavy civil experience required. (Prior general construction or pipe laying experience is a plus.) - **Key Traits:** Extreme reliability, punctuality, strong safety awareness, and an eagerness to learn new skills.