Restoration/Landscape Laborer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Restoration/Landscape Laborer will assist in a variety of construction projects related to underground utility maintenance and site restoration. This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions, performing physicallydemanding tasks, and working effectively as part of a team. The ideal candidate takes pride in restoring disturbed areas to their original or improved condition, enjoys hands-on outdoor work, and can lift up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Site Preparation: Prepare construction and restoration sites by clearing debris, grading surfaces, and ensuring a safe and organized work area.
• Material Handling: Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment necessary for construction and restoration tasks.
• Restoration Work: Restore job sites after underground utility installation by laying topsoil, spreading grass seed, installing erosion control blankets, or placing sod.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate hand tools and small equipment such as shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, or a Dingo/mini skid steer for restoration and backfilling.
• Site Clean-Up: Remove debris and garbage from work sites and assist in final site restoration to meet project standards.
• Temporary Structures: Assemble and break down barricades and other temporary site structures as needed.
• Traffic Regulation: Regulate traffic flow and erect traffic signs in accordance with MUTCD guidelines to ensure safety around the construction site.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety standards, specifically OSHA 1926 Construction Safety regulations.
• Excavation Work: Perform digging, potholing, trenching, and other underground excavation work as required for utility maintenance.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License with minimal driving violations within the past 3-5 years.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures for projects and equipment.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong communication, time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• 2-4+ years of experience in construction, landscaping, or underground utility maintenance.
• Familiarity with operating construction and landscaping tools/equipment.
• Basic knowledge of site preparation, grading, and restoration techniques.
• Possession or ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• CDL with tanker endorsement (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of MUTCD traffic regulation and OSHA 1926 Construction Safety standards.