Lead Top Man – Open-Cut Utility Layout & Survey

PURIS Corporation, LLC; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PURIS Corporation, LLC is seeking a Top Man (Deck Man) - Open Cut / Ditch in Pasadena, TX to support open cut and underground utility construction. You will assist with project layout, grade verification, documentation, and coordination between field crews, providing leadership when designated as Lead Top Man.

The role requires strong math, accurate field documentation, and the ability to travel as project needs dictate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in underground utility construction or open cut work preferred.
• Experience with sewer, water, and storm utility installations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and communicate project grades, elevations, shots, and layout information to support accurate utility installation.
• Ensure all shots and field measurements are accurate and properly documented.
• Record and maintain detailed information regarding shots, station numbers, redlines, grade changes, field variations, and other project documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized survey book documenting project progress, field notes, and redline changes.
• Submit survey documentation for Foreman review and maintain records for project closeout requirements.
• Assist with project layout activities, including pipe laser setup and grade verification.
• Calculate grades, slopes, percentages, and measurements necessary to support utility installation.
• Coordinate materials, tools, water, and supplies needed by Pipe Layers and Ditch Laborers to maintain productivity.
• Safely handle, measure, mark, and prepare pipe materials for installation.
• Perform clean and accurate cuts on RCP, PVC, ductile iron, and other utility materials using PPE.

Skills

Underground utility construction

Open cut

Grade verification

Field documentation

Pipe layout

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pipe lasers

Grade control equipment

Field layout tools

Job description

PURIS Corporation, LLC is seeking a Top Man (Deck Man) - Open Cut / Ditch in Pasadena, TX to support open cut and underground utility construction. You will assist with project layout, grade verification, documentation, and coordination between field crews, providing leadership when designated as Lead Top Man.

The role requires strong math, accurate field documentation, and the ability to travel as project needs dictate.