Lead Excavation Installer

Advanced Home Services; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses

401(k) retirement with company match

Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time

Company events & parties

Job summary

Advanced Home Services is a residential service company seeking a Lead Excavation Installer to oversee underground piping, utilities, and drainage systems. You will operate heavy equipment and mentor apprentices, ensuring work is completed safely and correctly from the first cut to final inspection.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of excavation/utility experience, solid leadership and blueprint-reading skills, and a valid driver's license (CDL preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of experience in excavation or underground utility installation, including leadership or crew lead responsibilities.
• CDL strongly preferred; valid driver's license required.

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 skidsteers.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in excavation/construction

Tools

ServiceTitan

Job description

ADVANCED HOME SERVICESAdvanced Home Services is a residential service company specializing in Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air and has been in business for over 20 years. We provide a great environment and culture focused on growth, development, and retention. We continue to grow every year and are looking for full-time employees to join our team.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 andtechnicians working alongside you. You're the one making sure the job gets done safely andright, from the first cut in the ground to the final inspection, in a trade that offers real, long-termjob 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 skidsteers• Ensure accurate trenching, grading, backfilling, and compaction per project specifications• Install underground piping, conduits, and related systems in compliance with state and localcodes• 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 & partiesRequirementsEducation• High school diploma or equivalent required• Technical training in excavation or construction preferredExperience• 4+ years of experience in excavation or underground utility installation, including leadershipor 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