Lead Underground Utilities Installer

Black Diamond Experts; Garden City (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; 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

Perfect Plumbing, Heating & Air in Garden City, ID seeks a Lead Excavation Installer to guide crews in installing underground utilities and drainage systems. You will operate heavy equipment, read blueprints, and mentor apprentices to ensure safe, high-quality work.

You’ll manage trenching, backfilling, and site preparation while keeping projects on schedule. A strong leader with 4+ years in excavation and solid safety practices is ideal; this role offers year-round work and opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in excavation or construction preferred.
• 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 practices.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record required; CDL strongly preferred.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Communication

Trench safety

Education

High School Diploma

Technical training in excavation/construction

Tools

ServiceTitan

Job description

Perfect Plumbing, Heating & Air in Garden City, ID seeks a Lead Excavation Installer to guide crews in installing underground utilities and drainage systems. You will operate heavy equipment, read blueprints, and mentor apprentices to ensure safe, high-quality work.

You’ll manage trenching, backfilling, and site preparation while keeping projects on schedule. A strong leader with 4+ years in excavation and solid safety practices is ideal; this role offers year-round work and opportunities for