Lead Underground Excavation Technician – Sewer & Water

Whipple Service Champions Heating, Cooling, Plumbing Electrical; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and Holidays

Life Insurance

Employee discount

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Whipple Service Champions is seeking a Lead Underground Excavation Technician to oversee and perform residential sewer and water service projects. The role requires leading crews, diagnosing underground utility issues, and safely operating excavation equipment in Utah.

The position emphasizes training crew members, ensuring timely project completion, and maintaining safety standards while adhering to local regulations. Valid driver’s license and extensive excavation experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of residential excavation experience.
• Experience with sewer/water service repairs and pipe bursting.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise residential excavation crews on sewer and water service projects.
• Perform sewer line repairs, replacements, liner installations, and pipe bursting projects.
• Diagnose underground utility issues and determine repair or replacement options.
• Pull, repair, replace, and burst main water service lines.
• Safely operate excavators, mini excavators, and other excavation equipment.
• Read and interpret utility locates, site plans, and project specifications.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety procedures and best practices.
• Train and mentor crew members on excavation techniques and safety standards.

Skills

Excavation

Leadership

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

Excavators

Pipe bursting

Trenching equipment

Job description

Whipple Service Champions is seeking a Lead Underground Excavation Technician to oversee and perform residential sewer and water service projects. The role requires leading crews, diagnosing underground utility issues, and safely operating excavation equipment in Utah.

The position emphasizes training crew members, ensuring timely project completion, and maintaining safety standards while adhering to local regulations. Valid driver’s license and extensive excavation experience are essential.