Sewer Lining Field Ops Lead – 5+ Crews & Growth

J Blanton Plumbing; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking an experienced Sewer Lining Field Manager to own our growing sewer rehabilitation operations.

This hands-on leadership role manages multiple crews, oversees active projects, coordinates equipment, and ensures safety, quality, and profitability on every job. The ideal candidate has 5+ years underground sewer experience, proven ability to lead 5+ crews, and strong skills in problem solving, communication, and field accountability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years underground sewer experience.
• Proven experience managing 5+ field crews.
• Strong background in sewer rehabilitation and underground sewer work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple sewer lining crews and field operations.
• Oversee 5+ crews across multiple active jobs.
• Plan daily crew assignments, schedules, equipment, and job priorities.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor production, quality, safety, and workmanship.
• Oversee sewer lining installations from preparation through completion.
• Manage point repairs and patch repair installations.
• Oversee hydrojetting and sewer cleaning operations.
• Review sewer camera inspections and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Troubleshoot technical and jobsite issues and provide solutions in real time.
• Ensure crews have the equipment, materials, and resources needed to complete each job.
• Manage equipment utilization, maintenance, and readiness.
• Train, coach, and develop crew leaders and field technicians.
• Hold crews accountable for productivity, quality, safety, and company standards.
• Work closely with Operations, Dispatch, Sales, and leadership to keep projects moving.
• Identify opportunities to improve production, efficiency, and profitability.
• Help build and scale the sewer lining department as the company continues to grow.

Skills

Crew leadership

Field management

Sewer rehabilitation

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Hydrojetting equipment

Camera inspection gear

Job description

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking an experienced Sewer Lining Field Manager to own our growing sewer rehabilitation operations.

This hands-on leadership role manages multiple crews, oversees active projects, coordinates equipment, and ensures safety, quality, and profitability on every job. The ideal candidate has 5+ years underground sewer experience, proven ability to lead 5+ crews, and strong skills in problem solving, communication, and field accountability.