Utility Skilled Laborer — Wet Utilities

Job overview

The Utility Skilled Laborer — Wet Utilities role is an onsite, outdoor construction position based in Sterling, VA, with work at job sites. Compensation is not specified. Benchmark Utility Services is a design-build, site, and underground utility construction firm that describes teamwork, safety, and technical expertise as central to its work. The laborer supports utility and site construction crews through physical work, material handling, trench excavation, and assistance with utility infrastructure installation. Following safety procedures and supporting skilled tradespeople helps crews complete projects safely and to quality standards.

What you'll do

• Perform manual labor on site and utility construction projects
• safely operate hand and power tools
• load, unload, and transport materials and equipment
• prepare and restore job sites
• excavate trenches and dig around existing utilities
• assist with piping and conduit installation
• support skilled tradespeople and equipment operators
• report equipment issues and perform light tool maintenance
• follow safety procedures, attend daily safety briefings, and use required PPE.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

utility laborer

underground utilities

site construction

trenching

manual digging

piping installation

conduit installation

hand tools

power tools

outdoor work

safety procedures

sterling va

benchmark utility services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities are described
• specific benefit details are not listed.

About the employer

Benchmark Utility Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Sector: 23.