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Knife River Corporation

Laborer

Boise, ID · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

... utilities. • Remove trees and debris. • Read blueprints and designs. • Control traffic. • ... Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice * Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper Army:

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What is the difference between Utility Apprentice vs Utility Line Worker?

AspectUtility ApprenticeUtility Line Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingHigh school diploma; specialized training or apprenticeship
Work EnvironmentTraining sites, utility facilities, and on-the-job supervisionOutdoor, often in challenging weather, working on power lines and infrastructure
Industry UsageEntry-level role in utility companies, focusing on learning and assistingSkilled worker responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing power lines

Utility Apprentices typically undergo training and assist experienced workers, while Utility Line Workers perform hands-on installation and repairs. The apprenticeship prepares individuals for a career as a Utility Line Worker, with the latter requiring more experience and specialized skills.

How to become a utility apprentice with no experience?

To become a utility apprentice, applicants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must pass a basic aptitude test. Employers often provide on-the-job training and may require a valid driver's license; some programs also prefer candidates with basic math and mechanical skills. No prior experience is usually necessary, as training is provided during the apprenticeship.
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Laborer

Knife River Corporation

Boise, ID • On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Knife River rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Role Overview:
Knife River is looking for hard working Laborers to work on projects in Idaho. Responsible for cleaning and preparing construction sites. Unloads and loads materials, reads plans and specifications, tends machines and assists Foremen and other construction site workers.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with manual operations at heavy highway construction sites.
• Participate in demolitions.
• Work with underground utilities.
• Remove trees and debris.
• Read blueprints and designs.
• Control traffic.
• Clear and prepare highway work zones.
• Dig trenches.
• Install sewer, water, and storm drainpipes.
• Pour concrete and/or asphalt onto roads.
• Operate tools and machines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Minimum Qualifications:
Would prefer that candidates have a minimum of 1-2 years' experience working as a laborer in the heavy highway field but we are willing to train the right person.
Successful candidates must be hard working, dependable and able to perform manual labor for approximately 90% of their work shift.
General construction laborers must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance. Laborers must also be able to concentrate on their tasks. The ability to understand and communicate information is also essential.
Additional Information:
If unable to apply online, stop by our office at:
Knife River Corporation - Mountain Division
5450 W Gowen Rd
Boise, ID 83709
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Laborer position.
Air Force:
  • Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman
  • Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice
  • Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper

Army:
  • Motor Transport Operator
  • General Construction Equipment Operator
  • Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
  • Horizontal Construction Engineer

Navy:
  • Equipment Operator
  • Equipment Operator Basic
  • Advanced Equipment Operator
  • Steelworker
  • Utilitiesman
  • Constructionman

Marines:
  • Motor Vehicle Operator

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