Helper-Utilities

Description About Magnolia Plumbing, LLC For over 75 years, Magnolia Plumbing, LLC has proudly served the DC metropolitan area, delivering reliable solutions for both residential and commercial customers across heating and cooling (HVAC), plumbing, wastewater management, and underground site utility work. We believe the best service starts with the best people, so we hire the best and invest in their success.

Magnolia Companies is seeking a Utilities Helper to join our Utilities Department. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least 2 years of construction experience who is looking to expand their skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow within the utility field. The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, willing to learn, and comfortable working in a physically demanding, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Assist foremen and tradesmen with daily underground utility work. Assist with underground piping and sewer installations. Dig ditches, trenches, and manholes as directed. Prepare work areas for underground utility installation. Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment. Assist with jobsite cleanup, demolition, and restoration.

Shovel wet material and remove debris as needed. Perform flagging duties as directed. Assist with confined space work when trained and authorized. Follow instructions from foremen and tradesmen. Maintain clean and organized work areas. Follow all company and jobsite safety procedures.

Requirements

At least 2 years of construction experience preferred. Commitment to workplace and jobsite safety. Reliable transportation and consistent attendance. Willingness to learn and develop new skills. Ability to follow directions and pay attention to detail. Ability to perform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, and shoveling.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to pass a Flagger written test; training will be provided. Ability to work in confined spaces as required, following applicable training and safety procedures.

Benefits

& Culture Medical benefits starting the first of the month, plus company-paid life insurance and long-term disability. Company contributions to 401(k) and HSA. Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage. Company-paid Basic Life Insurance Policy. Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.

Empowered environment: we trust you to own your work. Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development. Safety Incentive bonus. As part of our standard hiring process, this role requires completion of a background check and drug screening following an offer of employment.