Civil Utility Skilled Laborer (U)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Negotiable-DOE

TST TACTICAL DEFENSE SOLUTIONS, INC.

DBA TIDEWATER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CORPORATION (TDSC)

SUMMARY :

The Civil Utility Skilled Laborer position will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of utility (water, sewage, and drainage systems) installation and maintenance projects. The role involves ensuring all pipes are accurately installed to the plans and specifications for each project.

Our search is currently limited to qualified candidates living within the Hampton Roads commuting area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform a variety of construction-related tasks under the direction of the Foreman. Tasks include, but are not limited to, heavy lifting, digging, cleaning equipment, and preparing construction sites to eliminate potential hazards.
• Assemble, connect, and construct pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Maintain visual and audible contact with other crew members and all moving or stationary persons, vehicles, or objects to ensure safe coordination of movement.
• Dig trenches, backfill excavations, compact and level earth to grade specifications using shovels, picks, rakes, compactors, etc.
• Operate construction tools and equipment such as power tools, rollers, and skid loaders.
• Flagging traffic near, around, and in work zones.
• Load, unload, transport, and stage construction materials, equipment, and tools.
• Assist with excavation, underground utilities, concrete work, and general site preparation duties.
• Perform job site clean-up and debris removal to maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Follow all job, company, and OSHA safety guidelines and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work cooperatively with other crew members and take direction from the foreman or superintendent.
• Attend required safety meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to read and use tape measures.
• Must be able to work in a COLD or HOT environment.
• Maintain professional interaction with all customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must reside within commuting distance of our main office in Virginia Beach, VA.
• This is an in-person, on-site position.
• NEED TO BE ABLE TO OBTAIN BASE ACCESS FOR ONGOING PROJECTS!

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

SALARY :

BENEFITS :

Vacation (24 hours annually, accrued at 0.47 hours a week) never expires, but caps at 24 hours.

EOE / M / F / Disability / Vet

DISCLAIMER :

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employer reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. Employment remains at-will unless otherwise specified in a written agreement.