Traveling Construction Laborer Operator

Job Title:
Traveling Construction Laborer Operator

Join a reputable geo-technical contracting company specializing in designing and installing specialty foundation elements and implementing advanced ground improvement techniques. Our projects span commercial, civil, and industrial sectors, focusing on earth retention systems and slope stabilization.

• Perform general site cleanup and maintenance.
• Dig trenches, move hoses, and assist with equipment spotting.
• Compact soil and perform shovel work as needed.
• Move drill piping and clean equipment efficiently.
• Assist with rebar installation and mount wood lagging boards.
• Operate forklifts and skid steers
• Regularly lift and move objects weighing 75+ lbs.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in general construction, agriculture, dirt work, welding, concrete, or landscaping.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Capability to lift and move 75 lbs consistently.
• Flexibility to travel and work occasional night shifts (approx. 10%).
• Experience operating forklifts and skid steers.

• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects with long-term job stability—no layoffs.
• Career growth within a well-established company.
• Diverse projects across multiple locations, each lasting about two months.

• Travel approximately 50% of the time across the Rocky Mountain region, Kansas, North Dakota, Texas, and occasionally Louisiana.
• Typically return home once a month.
• Work weeks: 5–6 days, 10-hour shifts (avg. 50 hours/week).
• Daily safety orientation; tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Dress code suitable for construction environments.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Salt Lake City,UT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.