Civil Utilities Construction Crew

Description

• Laborer: dig, shovel, trench, sweep, hand‑mix materials, operate power tools, load/unload materials, climb ladders and work on elevated platforms.
• Pipe Layer: install underground water, sewer and storm‑water pipes; excavate, align, grade, join pipe, backfill, read site plans and use pipe‑grade lasers.
• Heavy Equipment Operator: safely operate bulldozers, backhoes, trench excavators, skid steers, etc., to move material, excavate, drive piles, and grade asphalt or concrete; fill in other tasks during downtime.
• Dump Truck Driver: operate a Class B CDL truck to transport materials between shop, job sites and disposal areas; assist crew as needed.
• Job Site Foreman: lead a crew to complete projects safely, on time and under budget; read plans/specs, train new members, travel in company vehicles.
• Road Crew Operator: operate road‑grading equipment (grader, bulldozer, loader, excavator) to shape subgrades, base material, shoulders, slopes and ditches.
• Grade Crew Operator: operate heavy equipment to prepare, level and grade surfaces for roads, foundations and infrastructure, coordinating with supervisors and surveyors for precise grading and drainage.
• Concrete Finisher: finish concrete surfaces to required smoothness and texture; read blueprints, follow specifications and coordinate with other trades.

Requirements

Royal American Construction in Panama City, FL is hiring experienced individuals for various civil utilities construction roles. The positions are full‑time (30+ hrs/week), day shift, with local travel as needed. Salary ranges from $17.50 to $25.00 hourly; a $500 sign‑on bonus is offered after 90 days. Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma (or equivalent), and be able to work weekends when required.

Candidates should have at least one year of construction experience, preferably in civil utilities. A valid driver’s license is preferred, and a Class B CDL is required for the dump‑truck driver role. Strong attendance, communication skills, and professionalism are expected.

Physical requirements include climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lb unassisted, standing or walking for up to 2.5 hours without rest, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Repeated bending, stooping, kneeling, digging and shoveling are also required.

• Lift Station Crew Member: install lift stations, pressure line taps, line stops and inserta valves; apply mechanical knowledge of lift stations; driver’s license required; welding experience preferred.

Benefits

• Eligible for a $500 sign‑on bonus after 90 days of employment.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance