Lead Utilities Pipe Layer: Safety and Mentorship

Merritt Contracting INC; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Merritt Contracting INC is seeking a field leadership role to oversee utilities installation including water mains, fire mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

You will lead crews, manage trenching, material usage, and enforce plans and regulations, while mentoring new crew members and coordinating with foremen and superintendents.

The position requires dependable transportation, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to weather and site changes.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility installation focusing on water, fire main, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems.
• Commitment to safety standards on all job sites.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varying environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and ensure safety protocols and proper installation practices.
• Oversee installation of water mains, fire mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers.
• Safely trench, install, and backfill according to plans and regulations.
• Plan and manage 3–5 day look-ahead schedules and adjust to weather/site changes.
• Mentor new crew members and promote safety and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues and escalate when needed.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Dependability

Physical stamina

Planning and scheduling

Problem solving

Job description

Merritt Contracting INC is seeking a field leadership role to oversee utilities installation including water mains, fire mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

You will lead crews, manage trenching, material usage, and enforce plans and regulations, while mentoring new crew members and coordinating with foremen and superintendents.

The position requires dependable transportation, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to weather and site changes.