Tidewater Utility Construction, Inc

Tidewater Utility Construction, Inc Underground Utility Contractor established in 1992 serving the Tidewater and Richmond areas.

🔧 If you'd rather be turning wrenches than sitting behind a desk—we want to talk to you. 🔧We are hiring an experienced H...
07/31/2026

🔧 If you'd rather be turning wrenches than sitting behind a desk—we want to talk to you. 🔧

We are hiring an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Mechanic to keep our fleet of excavators, loaders, trucks, and support equipment running at peak performance.

What We Offer:

💰 $10,000 Signing Bonus

✔️ $5,000 after 6 months
✔️ $5,000 after 1 year
💲 $35-$65/HR (based on experience)

Plus:
✅ Overtime Opportunities Available
✅ Annual & Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunities
✅ 401(k)
✅ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
✅ Life & AD&D Insurance
✅ Paid Time Off

We're Looking For Someone Who Can:

🔧 Diagnose and repair
🚜 Maintain heavy construction equipment and fleet trucks.
🛠️ Perform preventative maintenance and major component repairs.
💪 Take pride in keeping equipment safe, reliable, and ready to work.

This isn't just another mechanic job—it's an opportunity to join a team that values your experience, invests in your success, and rewards hard work.

📧 Send your resume to: [email protected]
📍 200 Lummis Road, Suffolk, VA 23434
📞 757-935-5899

Join the team that's building Virginia from the ground up.

⚠️ Hydraulic Hoses: Small Components. Big Hazards.Hydraulic systems power the equipment we rely on every day, but they a...
07/30/2026

⚠️ Hydraulic Hoses: Small Components. Big Hazards.

Hydraulic systems power the equipment we rely on every day, but they also operate under thousands of pounds of pressure. A damaged hose isn't just a maintenance issue—it can become a life-threatening hazard in an instant.

Before every shift:
✅ Inspect hoses for cracks, cuts, leaks, and exposed wire.
✅ Never check for leaks with your hands—use cardboard or wood.
✅ Relieve hydraulic pressure before performing any maintenance.
✅ Wear the proper PPE, including eye protection and gloves.

A pinhole leak can inject hydraulic fluid through the skin, causing a serious medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. What looks like a small puncture can quickly become a life-altering injury.

Take a few extra minutes to inspect your equipment. Those few minutes could save a hand, a career, or a life.

Safety isn't just about operating the machine—it's about respecting the pressure behind it.

🌧️ Flooding Doesn't Stop at the Road—It Follows Us to the Jobsite! Heavy rain creates hazards long before work begins. A...
07/24/2026

🌧️ Flooding Doesn't Stop at the Road—It Follows Us to the Jobsite!

Heavy rain creates hazards long before work begins. As you travel to and from the jobsite, remember: Never drive through flooded roadways. Standing or moving water can hide washed-out pavement and dangerous drop-offs. If you can't see the road, turn around and find another route.
Once on site, stay alert around excavations. A trench that was safe yesterday may not be safe after a storm. Water can quickly weaken trench walls, increase the risk of collapse, and conceal hidden hazards beneath the surface.
💧 If you see water collecting in a trench:
✔️ Stop work.
✔️ Notify your supervisor.
✔️ Never enter until it has been evaluated by a competent person and properly dewatered.

At the end of the day, no deadline is more important than making it home safely. Stay aware, make smart decisions, and look out for one another.

🚧 Every Month is Trench Safety Month. 🚧June may be National Trench Safety Awareness Month, but for those of us in the un...
07/10/2026

🚧 Every Month is Trench Safety Month. 🚧

June may be National Trench Safety Awareness Month, but for those of us in the underground utility industry, trench safety is a priority every single day.

There is no such thing as "just jumping in for a minute." Trench collapses happen without warning, and the consequences can be life-changing. Remember—a trench box only protects you if you're inside it.

Before every excavation, make sure you:
✔️ Use the proper protective system.
✔️ Have safe access and egress with ladders following the 4-3-25 Rule.
✔️ Stay aware of surrounding utilities, traffic, pedestrians, and equipment.
✔️ Keep spoil piles, materials, and equipment at least 2 feet from the trench edge.
✔️ Speak up if something doesn't look right. Safety starts with every member of the crew.

At the end of the day, our mission is simple: Everyone goes home safely to their families. No deadline, no schedule, and no job is worth risking a life.

A trench can be rebuilt. A life cannot.

As we head into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, many of us are looking forward to spending time with family and frie...
07/02/2026

As we head into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, many of us are looking forward to spending time with family and friends, firing up the grill, watching fireworks, and enjoying a well-earned break. Before we do, let's remember that the most important part of the holiday is making sure everyone gets home safely.
In construction, it's easy to become distracted when you're thinking about weekend plans. That's when mistakes happen. Take a few extra seconds today to stay focused on the task at hand. There isn't a deadline or production goal that's more important than your safety or the safety of the people working beside you.
Keep these reminders in mind before the holiday:
Stay alert and avoid complacency. Holiday excitement can take your mind off the job.
Wear all required PPE and use the right tool for the task.
Be aware of your surroundings, especially moving equipment, overhead hazards, and changing jobsite conditions.
Don't take shortcuts. Follow established safety procedures every time.
Communicate with your crew and speak up if you see an unsafe condition.
As you enjoy the holiday weekend:
Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Plan ahead for a safe ride home.
In the Hampton Roads area, The 757 Sober Ride Program will be open July 3-6, 3pm-3am.
In the Richmond area, Allen & Allen law firm has partnered with LYFT to provide $25 Sober Ride Home passes.
Be cautious with fireworks and follow all local laws and manufacturer instructions.
Stay hydrated, especially if you're spending time outdoors in the summer heat.
Keep children and pets away from grills, fireworks, and other potential hazards.
Wear your seatbelt every trip, no matter how short the drive.
Every TUCI employee has people waiting for them at home—a spouse, children, parents, friends, and loved ones. The best way to celebrate our nation's independence is by protecting the people who matter most to us. Make smart decisions on the job and off the job so that everyone returns after the holiday healthy, rested, and ready to work.
(Photo creds to one of our foremen, Josh Henderson, at our Silvertown project!)
Happy Thursday- Think Safe, Stay Safe!

We're Hiring – Heavy Civil Construction MechanicJoin our team! We're looking for an experienced Heavy Civil Construction...
06/29/2026

We're Hiring – Heavy Civil Construction Mechanic

Join our team! We're looking for an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy equipment used in underground utility and civil construction projects. If you're safety-minded, dependable, and take pride in keeping equipment running at its best, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive pay, great team, and opportunities to grow.

Front-end loaders are essential pieces of equipment on our jobsites, but they can also present serious hazards if they a...
06/25/2026

Front-end loaders are essential pieces of equipment on our jobsites, but they can also present serious hazards if they are not operated safely. Today, let's focus on a few key safety reminders regarding loaders that can help prevent injuries, damage, and incidents.

Before operating any front-end loader, complete a thorough pre-operation inspection. Check: Tires for damage and proper inflation, hydraulic hoses and cylinders for leaks, brakes, steering, lights, and backup alarms, fluid levels, bucket and attachment condition, seatbelt functionality. If any defects are found, report them immediately and do not operate the equipment until repairs are made. A few minutes spent inspecting equipment can prevent a serious accident later in the day.

Seatbelts are required every time you operate a front-end loader. In the event of a rollover or sudden impact, the seatbelt keeps the operator inside the protective zone of the cab. Operators who are not wearing seatbelts risk being thrown from the machine or crushed during an overturn. ALWAYS wear your seatbelt.
Front-end loaders contain numerous pinch points where body parts can become caught between moving components. Never place hands, feet, or any body part near moving linkages or hydraulic components. Keep clear of raised buckets during maintenance or inspections unless properly blocked and secured. Stay alert when mounting, dismounting, or working around the equipment. One moment of inattention around a pinch point can result in a serious injury.

Spilled material can create hazards for workers, vehicles, and the public. Do not overload the bucket. Keep loads low while traveling. Drive at safe speeds, especially when turning. Ensure material is evenly distributed in the bucket. Be aware of uneven terrain that could shift or spill the load. A spilled load can lead to struck-by incidents, property damage, and costly cleanup efforts.
Front-end loaders are designed for one person—the operator. Never allow riders in the cab unless there is a designated manufacturer-installed passenger seat. Never allow anyone to ride in the bucket. Extra riders create distractions and increase the risk of falls and serious injuries.

Always look up before raising the bucket or traveling through the work area. Watch for power lines, tree limbs, building overhangs, and any other obstacles that may be present. Contact with overhead power lines can result in electrocution, equipment damage, and fatalities. Maintain required clearance distances and know the location of overhead hazards before beginning work.
Every operator has a responsibility to operate equipment safely and every employee has a responsibility to stay clear of moving equipment. Conduct your inspections, wear your seatbelt, watch for pinch points, avoid carrying passengers, secure your loads, and stay aware of overhead hazards.

No job is so urgent that it cannot be done safely. Take the time to do it right and go home safely at the end of the day.
Happy Thursday- Think Safe, Stay Safe!

Today's Think Safe Thursday touches on proper dewatering. It is important to remove the groundwater from a job site to a...
06/18/2026

Today's Think Safe Thursday touches on proper dewatering. It is important to remove the groundwater from a job site to avoid trench cave-ins.

Water is one of the world’s most precious resources that we cannot live without. But when inside of a trench, it creates hazards that can make our work much more dangerous, and in some cases, deadly.

When soil is combined with water, whether ground water or water from a leaking main, it fills the small voids between the soil particles. This adds weight to the soil and can cause gravity to help bring the walls of a trench down quicker than usual. The water mixed in the soil particles also acts as a lubricant, which causes cracks and fissures in soil.

If water is allowed to run through the trench, it can cause undermining. The bottom of the trench walls can erode away, and the weight of the walls will collapse because of the newly created space. If water is allowed to pool in the bottom of the trench, it can create a soft spot or "zone." The soil in this zone is more easily compressible and will cause the soil mass above the zone to collapse.

Drowning is another hazard that is created by water in a trench. Deep water caused by flooding, damaged utility lines, or pump malfunctions can become dangerous very quickly.

To maintain safety in any of the situations above, it is important to rely on the Competent Person to evaluate the incident. You should NEVER enter a trench that has accumulated or is accumulating water without the approval from the Competent Person. Keep an eye out for water in or around trenches and alert the Competent Person if necessary.

Happy Thursday- Think Safe, Stay Safe!

Happy Thursday! Today we are reminding everyone about the importance of the designation of the Competent Person. OSHA re...
06/04/2026

Happy Thursday! Today we are reminding everyone about the importance of the designation of the Competent Person.

OSHA requires companies like TUCI to designate someone on the job as the responsible party for critical functions and safety. That person is known as the "Competent Person". This person is responsible for analyzing the soil characteristics on a job and classifying the soil so that proper protective systems are evaluated and chosen. They are also responsible for inspecting the protective systems to ensure that trench and crew safety. This person has the authority from TUCI to remove employees from hazardous areas until such hazards have been resolved.

It takes a team effort to maintain job safety and we should all be aware of our surroundings in order to do so, but the Competent Person serves as the main hub for issues that arise. Should you notice an issue or a potential hazard, please inform your Competent Person of such.

Take a moment to review the attached reminder on Competent Person and ask yourself- Do you know who your Competent Person is?

Think Safe, Stay Safe!

Think Safe Thursday this week focuses on the importance of staying cool. We are entering into the Summer season, which m...
05/22/2026

Think Safe Thursday this week focuses on the importance of staying cool. We are entering into the Summer season, which means it's getting hotter and more humid. Our industry is faced with the significant risk of heat exhaustion due to our outdoor work during this time of year. The attached flier outlines some easy safety tips that you can follow to help prevent and treat heat related illness.
Heat related illnesses occur when your body absorbs more heat from the environment or generates more heat through physical activity than it can dissipate. Usually, you produce sweat to make your body cool down, helping to maintain a stable internal body temperature. However, if your body cannot dissipate that excess heat, your internal temperature begins to rise. Dehydration and lack or decrease in sweating will contribute to heat related illness since your body is unable to cool itself down. Outdoor temperatures make things worse as well.

As we enter into the hottest parts of the year, please remember to take heat related illnesses seriously, they can be life-threatening. Know the symptoms, practice cooling measures, and be safe!

Happy Thursday- Think Safe, Stay Safe!

Address

200 Lummis Road
Suffolk, VA
23434

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17579355899

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