Underground Utility Technician Job at Hays Electrical Services, Houston, TX

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  • Hays Electrical Services
  • Houston, TX

Job Description


With over 18 years of experience and hundreds of million-dollar projects completed, Hays Electrical Services provides excellent service to customers in hospitality, commercial, and solar industry. Hays Electrical Services approaches each project with a cooperative mindset, working with business owners, contractors, and subcontractors towards the common goal – successful project delivery.  

Job Summary: 
We are hiring an Underground Utility Technician to assist the Leadman and crew in day-to-day field operations. This role involves hands-on work in trenching, conduit installation, equipment operation, and site preparation. The ideal candidate will have the required safety and equipment training and be ready to support the team in a fast-paced underground utility environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Assist the Leadman with daily tasks on the job site, including setup, excavation, and installation. 

  • Operate heavy equipment (within certification limits) such as mini-excavators, trenchers, and skid steers. 

  • Follow instructions for trenching, conduit placement, backfill, and other underground work. 

  • Ensure proper safety practices are followed at all times. 

  • Help maintain a clean and organized job site. 

  • Assist in setting trench boxes, ladders, and traffic control devices as needed. 

  • Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment. 

  • Work cooperatively with crew members to maintain production goals. 

Required Training & Certifications: 

  • Operator’s License for Heavy Equipment 

  • OSHA 10 

  • Confined Space Entry 

  • Trenching & Excavation Safety 

  • Competent Person Certification 

  • Silica Awareness / Ladder Safety 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • 1–3 years of experience in underground construction or utility work. 

  • Ability to take direction and work in a team setting. 

  • Basic understanding of site safety, excavation, and underground utility practices. 

  • Willingness to learn and grow into a more senior role. 

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

  • Comfortable working in trenches, confined spaces, and various weather conditions. 

  • Able to stand, bend, and perform physical labor throughout the workday. 

If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are ready to contribute your skills to the team at Hays Electrical Services, we encourage you to apply. Join us in providing exceptional service to our clients and supporting our company's operations. Apply now!   

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, For subcontractor

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