Construction Laborer (Underground Utilities)
Greenlight Networks, Rochester, NY, United States
Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Construction Laborer (Underground Utilities) to support underground construction operations. This role assists with jobsite preparation, material handling, equipment operation, and general labor tasks to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.
Description Department:
Underground Construction
Location:
Rochester
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Pay Range:
$18.00 – $23.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Perform general labor tasks including digging, backfilling, site cleanup, and material handling
Stage tools, materials, and equipment for daily operations
Support drill operators, locators, and foremen with jobsite activities
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
Assist with operating hydrovac equipment under supervision to expose underground utilities
Follow established safety procedures and crew instructions
Required Qualifications
Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a crew
Willingness to learn construction tasks and safety procedures
Basic physical stamina and mechanical aptitude
Developing communication skills suitable for jobsite environments
Strong reliability and safety awareness
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 75 lbs
This role requires the operation of a company vehicle. A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and climb for extended periods
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
Ability to work around heavy equipment, noise, and vibration
Consistent attendance and punctuality
Schedule & Travel
Monday–Friday, approximately 40–50 hours per week
Weekend work as needed
Travel up to 75%
Compensation & Benefits Our job titles may span more than one career level. The pay-range for this position is $18.00/hr – $23.00/hr. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com/careers/.
About the Organization Greenlight Networks is an ultra-high-speed, broadband service provider, offering residential and small business customers Internet speeds of up to 8 Gigabits per second. Greenlight Networks was founded in 2011 and builds, owns, and operates a fiber‑optic network that provides extremely high‑speed Internet connections. The company's high‑speed fiber internet network is currently available to more than 225,000 homes and nearly 10,000 small businesses in 35 municipalities in the Albany, Binghamton, Buffalo, Rochester, and Hudson Valley regions of New York, with construction underway in Northeast and South‑Central Pennsylvania and across the City of Baltimore.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.
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Description Department:
Underground Construction
Location:
Rochester
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Pay Range:
$18.00 – $23.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Perform general labor tasks including digging, backfilling, site cleanup, and material handling
Stage tools, materials, and equipment for daily operations
Support drill operators, locators, and foremen with jobsite activities
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
Assist with operating hydrovac equipment under supervision to expose underground utilities
Follow established safety procedures and crew instructions
Required Qualifications
Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a crew
Willingness to learn construction tasks and safety procedures
Basic physical stamina and mechanical aptitude
Developing communication skills suitable for jobsite environments
Strong reliability and safety awareness
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 75 lbs
This role requires the operation of a company vehicle. A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and climb for extended periods
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
Ability to work around heavy equipment, noise, and vibration
Consistent attendance and punctuality
Schedule & Travel
Monday–Friday, approximately 40–50 hours per week
Weekend work as needed
Travel up to 75%
Compensation & Benefits Our job titles may span more than one career level. The pay-range for this position is $18.00/hr – $23.00/hr. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com/careers/.
About the Organization Greenlight Networks is an ultra-high-speed, broadband service provider, offering residential and small business customers Internet speeds of up to 8 Gigabits per second. Greenlight Networks was founded in 2011 and builds, owns, and operates a fiber‑optic network that provides extremely high‑speed Internet connections. The company's high‑speed fiber internet network is currently available to more than 225,000 homes and nearly 10,000 small businesses in 35 municipalities in the Albany, Binghamton, Buffalo, Rochester, and Hudson Valley regions of New York, with construction underway in Northeast and South‑Central Pennsylvania and across the City of Baltimore.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.
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