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Nix Construction
Construction Laborer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Construction Helper or Worker works at construction sites and projects. Works as a skilled trades worker such as bricklayer, carpenter, painter, electrician or mason, or operates construction equipment.
$48,430 / year median in Utah
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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. No experience? That's okay. If you show up ready to work, ask questions, and learn, we can teach you the rest. 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 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