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Utility Laborer Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Greenskeeper

Cranston, RI · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Operates utility vehicles for hauling material and removing debris. * Performs skilled duties ... Labor.

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Providence, RI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer

Cranston, RI · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Warwick, RI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer

Warwick, RI · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Providence, RI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Cranston, RI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer

Providence, RI · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Warwick, RI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

Cranston, RI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and ... Manage the compilation, processing, and customer approval of daily labor timesheets. * Review and ...

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in ...

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in ...

Cost Controller - Construction

Cranston, RI · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development ... Demonstrates working knowledge of Progress and Performance Analysis and Forecasting for labor.

Cost Controller - Construction

Providence, RI · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development ... Demonstrates working knowledge of Progress and Performance Analysis and Forecasting for labor.

Cost Controller - Construction

Warwick, RI · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development ... Demonstrates working knowledge of Progress and Performance Analysis and Forecasting for labor.

Assistant Operator

Johnston, RI · On-site

$38.15/hr

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in ...

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Utility Laborer information

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$10

$19

$32

How much do utility laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility laborer in Rhode Island is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Utility Laborer vs Construction Laborer?

AspectUtility LaborerConstruction Laborer
Credentials/CertificationsNone typically required; OSHA safety trainingOSHA safety training; sometimes specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentUtility plants, pipelines, maintenance sitesConstruction sites, buildings, infrastructure projects
Employer/Industry UsageUtility companies, municipal servicesConstruction firms, general contractors
Common Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in utility servicesConstruction work and site tasks

Utility Laborers primarily work in utility companies or maintenance environments, focusing on infrastructure like pipelines and power lines. Construction Laborers work on building sites, assisting with various construction tasks. While both roles involve physical labor and safety training, their work settings and specific duties differ significantly.

What is a gas utility laborer?

A gas utility laborer is a worker responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining natural gas pipelines and related infrastructure. They often work outdoors, use specialized tools, and may need safety certifications such as OSHA training. The role requires physical strength, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

What cities in Rhode Island are hiring for Utility Laborer jobs?

Cities in Rhode Island with the most Utility Laborer job openings:

Infographic showing various Utility Laborer job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,180 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

$24.08 - $29.34/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN, RI
POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Sewer Operator I
DEPARTMENT: Sewer
REPORTS TO: Sewer Foreman
JOB GRADE: Sewer Operator I
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Sewer Operator I/Teamster Local Union No. 251

POSITION SUMMARY:
Work involves the performance of a variety of tasks requiring considerable skill and dexterity in the operation of light-medium equipment used in the maintenance and operations of the Town sewer system. This position performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards. Position works under the general supervision of the Sewer Foreman.
I ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Operates a variety of light-medium equipment with skill and dexterity including the bypass pump and generator, sewer rod, jet machine, and truck mounted crane.
2. Operates a variety of smaller sewer related equipment in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of Town sewer facilities, grounds, and infrastructure, including but not limited to pumps, electric motors, electric motor control panels and computerized SCADA system.
3. When the employee is not engaged in the operation of said equipment, employee may be assigned to other duties such as driving trucks, cutting grass, cleaning sewer/storm drains and ditches, plowing/sanding roads as needed or performing manual labor as required.
4. Other tasks as assigned.

II NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Considerable knowledge required of the methods, materials, tools, equipment and techniques used in the construction field.
2. Knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines.
3. Knowledge of the occupational hazards associated with heavy equipment repair/operation.
4. Ability to read and write.
5. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
6. Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor for extended periods and under unfavorable weather conditions.
7. Ability to operate listed tools and equipment.
8. Ability to work safely.
9. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, other departments, and the general public.

III MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be 18 years of age or older
2. Must have a valid Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain a Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License within one year of appointment. (In compliance with the Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Safety Administration (DOT/FHSA) regulations (C.F.R. Part 382), pertaining to Drug and Alcohol testing of personnel who are required to possess a Commercial Driver’s License and perform safety sensitive functions, all public works employees are members of the Trust consortium and will be subject to drug and alcohol testing).
3. Must be able to perform medium to heavy manual labor (all weather conditions)
4. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
5. Must be able to complete work with and/or without supervision
6. Must be able to perform a variety of tasks with skill and dexterity
7. Must possess 2 years experience in construction or a related field.
8. Must successfully pass a background investigation.

IV PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell.
2. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to extreme weather conditions and high noise levels.

V EQUIPMENT USED:
Motorized vehicles, including but not limited to light to medium equipment, including dump truck, pickup truck, utility truck, snowplow, sander, tractor/mower, saws, pumps, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, mobile radio, telephone.