Careers

Team Nelson has a great culture and is always striving for a consistent workload. A career at Team Nelson offers a lot of opportunities for growth. If you are looking for a career in construction give us a call.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Pipe layer

3 years of experience

Team Nelson Earthwork and Utilities values teamwork at every level of the organization, appreciates its employees, maintains high standards to meet client needs and utilizes cutting edge industry technology. It is one of Washington's most reputable private earthwork and utility contractors providing commercial and residential site development services. Most projects are located within the greater Seattle area in both King and Snohomish county.

This position is for experienced pipelayers who can install Sewer, Storm, and Water mainline utilities.
Individuals who are safe, skilled, productive, and take pride in their work. This is a safety sensitive position.

Qualified Applicants should

Have 3 years of experience with heavy civil underground utilities

Be team oriented and willing to be an asset to crew operations

Have knowledge regarding grades, slopes, compaction, and drainage

Be able to use a pipe laser and other tools used to install underground utilities

Competitive Pay and benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer match 401k program

Safety Incentive Program

Paid time-off

Advancement opportunities for driven individuals

This position has a pay range of $38-$48 per hour depending on experience

UTILITY & CIVIL EARTHWORK FOREMAN

5+ years of experience

Team Nelson Earthwork and Utilities values teamwork at every level of the organization, appreciates its employees, maintains high standards to meet client needs and utilizes cutting edge industry technology. It is one of Washington's most reputable private earthwork and utility contractors providing commercial and residential site development services. Most projects are located within the greater Seattle area in both King and Snohomish county.

We are looking for employees who have experience in Earthwork, Sewer, Storm, and Water mainline utilities.

The position is for individuals who are safe, skilled, productive, take and convey pride in workmanship, equipment, vehicles, and tools. You should be able to manage crew members and site needs. Uphold personnel and site safety as well as equipment safety or functionality needs. This is a safety sensitive position.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

5+ years of experience in construction industry for heavy civil, commercial, residential & multifamily projects

Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications as well as implement them

Ability to understand cut sheets, cut/fill #'s, elevations and pipe slopes

Hold experience in both earthwork and utilities

Possess both oral and written communication skills

Possess both organizational and time management skills

Be cost conscious and able to adapt to changing situations

Ability to foresee problems and pro-actively and safely take action to avoid them

Exhibits integrity & ethical behavior in all facets of duties above

Competitive Pay and benefits

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer match 401k program

Paid time-off

Advancement opportunities for driven individuals

This position has a pay range of $55-$62 per hour

Mainline Operator

3+ years of experience

Team Nelson is looking for mainline operators that have experience installing sewer, storm, and water pipe. Also, you must know your way around earthwork, mass grading, etc. You must feel comfortable working with heavy shoring (double, triple stack trench boxes), steel plates, ROW work, digging around existing utilities, etc.

Qualified Applicants should

Be team-oriented and willing to help with all tasks

Have 3 yrs minimum experience as a mainline equipment operator

Know how to be productive using different types of heavy equipment

Understand grades, elevations and compaction requirements

Be experienced with pipe crews or earthwork operations

Be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Be able to work at multiple sites within the Greater Seattle Area

Competitive Pay and benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

Employer 5% match 401k program

Paid time off

Safety Incentive Program

Referral Program

Advancement opportunities for driven individuals

Full-time

$45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Schedule

8-hour shift

Overtime when available

Monday to Friday

License/Certification

Driver's License (Required)

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Heavy Equipment Master Mechanic

10 years of experience

We are looking for individuals who are safe, skilled, productive, and take pride in their work. This is a safety sensitive position. We are a drug-free company.

Qualified Applicants should

Minimum 10 years' experience working with heavy equipment

Knowledge in hydraulics, electrical, engines, transmissions, differentials, suspensions, air brakes

Air brake repair certification

A clean DOL record - must have a valid driver's license

Able to read and understand service manuals

Tools to perform minor and major repairs on heavy equipment

Self-motivated

Team oriented and a self-starter who takes pride in his/her work

Competitive Pay and benefits

Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance

Employer 5% max match 401k program

Safety Incentive Program

Paid time-off

Great team-oriented culture

Hourly is $45-$55 per hour depending on experience

Skilled Laborer

3 years of experience

Team Nelson Earthwork and Utilities values teamwork at every level of the organization, appreciates its employees, maintains high standards to meet client needs and utilizes cutting edge industry technology. It is one of Washington's most reputable private earthwork and utility contractors providing commercial and residential site development services. Most projects are located within the greater Seattle area in both King and Snohomish county.

This position is for experienced skilled laborers who can assist in installing Sewer, Storm, and Water mainline utilities and services as well as perform grading duties like sidewalks, pads, driveways, curbs, etc.
Having some knowledge of heavy equipment a plus but not required.
Individuals who are safe, skilled, productive, and take pride in their work. This is a safety sensitive
position.

Qualified Applicants should

Have 3 years of experience with heavy civil underground utilities and grading knowledge

Be team oriented and willing to be an asset to crew operations

Have knowledge regarding grades, compaction, erosion control, and survey staking

Be aware of basic jobsite safety and basic knowledge for sitework and utilities

Competitive Pay and benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Employer up to 5% match 401k program

Safety Incentive Program

Paid time-off

Advancement opportunities for driven individuals

This position has a pay range of $24-$35+ per hour depending on experience

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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Competitive Salary

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Vacation/
Paid Time Off

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Great Healthcare Insurance Package

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Career Progression Opportunities

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Safety Incentive
Program available

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Referral Incentive Program Available

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans

Watch the video below to hear from some of the employees at Team Nelson.