Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Superintendent

Vortex Companies, LLC; Hudson (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC seeks a CIPP Superintendent to oversee crews on pipe rehabilitation projects nationwide. You will supervise field teams, coordinate installation plans, and ensure safety and quality across all phases.

Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment issues with the Fleet Director, reporting time and production, and collaborating with project management and operations to meet schedules. A strong mechanical background and CDL with endorsements are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in construction.
• Experience with CIPP liner installation preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitary waste systems preferred.
• CDL with endorsements required.
• Must be highly organized and safety‑minded.
• Strong communication with sub-contractors and teams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment failures with guidance from Fleet Director.
• Assist Project Manager in developing installation plans.
• Supervise crew activities across pipe rehabilitation projects.
• Ensure work follows safety policies and site rules.
• Maintain a clean, safe job site daily.
• Communicate with project management and operations teams.
• Report crew time and production for scheduling.
• Account for crew hours to minimize labor costs.

Skills

Sanitary waste systems knowledge

Sewer line cleaning know-how

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Traffic plans knowledge

Strong communication

Organizational skills

CDL with endorsements

MS Office basics

Overnight travel readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience installing 8"-48"+ CIPP liner

Tools

Cues TV Equipment

Job description

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? The Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the worlds water cleaner and we’re growing every day!

We think BIG about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure.

At Vortex, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then

The CIPP Superintendent will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of workers assigned to his/her crew that are engaged in all phases of pipe rehabilitation projects.

Responsibilities:

• With assistance from Fleet Director, diagnose and repair equipment failures.
• Assist Project Manager in developing an installation plan.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers assigned to his/her crew that are engaged in all phases of pipe rehabilitation projects.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety policies and regulations to promote a safe working environment, and all construction activities are performed as planned.
• Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Communicates with project management and operations teams.
• Ensure all field activities are performed following written work instructions.
• Report time and production for the crew in preparation of work schedules and expediting workflow.
• Account for hours expended by crew members to minimize labor cost.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sanitary waste and storm water collection systems, preferred
• Knowledge of best practices to clean sewer lines.
• Strong mechanical background required.
• Electrical background and knowledge of traffic plans highly desired.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with sub-contractors, field inspectors, project managers, and crew members.
• Must be highly organized with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• This individual must possess or be eligible to obtain a commercial driver’s license with required endorsements.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office
• Approximately 80% overnight travel, including some weekends, is required.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience installing 8"-48"+ CIPP liner preferred.
• More than 5 years construction industry experience in supervisory role.
• Experience operating a Cues TV Equipment and remote-control cutting device, preferred
• Comprehensive benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, vacation, and other employee assistance offerings.

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.