Lead Excavation Installer# Lead Excavation InstallerPerfect Plumbing, Heating & Air - GARDEN CITY, ID 83714## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeTravel PercentageUp to 25%## DescriptionPERFECT PLUMBING, HEATING & AIRPerfect is a leading residential service company specializing in plumbing, heating, and air. We were founded with a mission to provide essential home services while transforming the industry’s culture. Our goal is simple: to make every customer feel valued and satisfied through exceptional service that exceeds expectations. We achieve this by offering extended hours, warranties on our work, and a commitment to delivering reliable, helpful service. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate, full-time team members to join our expanding workforce. At Perfect, you’ll enjoy stable, year-round work, ample opportunities for career advancement, and a strong focus on personal growth and development.Position SummaryAs a Lead Excavation Installer, you'll lead excavation crews in installing underground utilities, piping, and drainage systems, operating heavy equipment while mentoring the apprentices and technicians working alongside you. You're the one making sure the job gets done safely and right, from the first cut in the ground to the final inspection, in a trade that offers real, long-term job security.Key Responsibilities • Lead excavation crews in the safe and efficient installation of underground piping, utilities, and drainage systems • Operate and oversee the use of heavy equipment, including excavators, trenchers, and skid steers • Ensure accurate trenching, grading, backfilling, and compaction per project specifications • Install underground piping, conduits, and related systems in compliance with state and local codes • Read and interpret blueprints, job specifications, and site plans to guide installations • Train, mentor, and support apprentices and technicians to develop their skills • Inspect completed work for accuracy, safety, and quality standards • Communicate professionally with customers about job scope, progress, and site conditions • Ensure proper care and maintenance of company vehicles, tools, and equipmentWe Offer • Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses • 401(k) retirement with company match • Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time off • Company events & parties## QualificationsRequirementsEducation • High school diploma or equivalent required • Technical training in excavation or construction preferredExperience • 4+ years of experience in excavation or underground utility installation, including leadership or crew lead responsibilities • Proficiency in operating excavation equipment and knowledge of trench safety practicesLicenses/Certifications • Valid driver's license with clean driving record required; CDL strongly preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Strong technical knowledge of underground utility installation and site preparation • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site drawings, and specifications • Proficiency with ServiceTitan or similar project management software preferred • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsPhysical Demands and Conditions • Lifting up to 75 lbs, bending, kneeling, climbing, and operating heavy equipment • Work performed outdoors in varying weather and site conditions, including trenches, confined spaces, and uneven terrainWork Environment/Travel • Field-based role with daily travel to residential and commercial job sites • May require evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project schedulesAbility to pass background check and drug screening