Underground Utility Technician

Sila Services; Lansdowne (Delaware County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A utility service company is seeking an Underground Utility Lead in Lansdowne, PA. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience leading teams in underground utility installations, with a strong focus on safety and effective communication. Responsibilities include supervising daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and mentoring crew members. This role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience leading crews in underground utility.
• Proficient in reading and laying out from blueprints and construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of trenchless technologies and pipe replacement methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead crews in the installation of storm and sanitary piping systems.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Safety-consciousness

Job description

Underground Utility Lead – Storm & Sewer Division

Location: Delco Storm & Sewer Services

Pay: $25-$35 per hour (based on Experience)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm; occasional weekends for emergency jobs

Who We Are

Delco Storm and Sewer is a full service drain and sewer contractor for residential, commercial, and municipal customers across Delaware County and the surrounding counties such as Chester, Montgomery, Philadelphia and Bucks.

We are currently seeking a reliable, experienced, and hands‑on Underground Utility Lead to manage and oversee field operations for stormwater and sanitary sewer installations. This position requires a motivated leader with deep knowledge of underground utility work, an unwavering commitment to safety, and the ability to guide crews in high‑paced, high‑accountability environments.

This is an opportunity for a proven field leader who takes pride in doing the job right, building strong teams, and making an impact on every project. If you’re a driven and experienced utility pro ready to lead from the front, apply today.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead crews in the installation of storm and sanitary piping systems.
• Interpret and lay out work based on blueprints, site plans, and utility drawings.
• Oversee trenching operations and implement proper trench shoring techniques.
• Manage day‑to‑day jobsite activities ensuring productivity, safety, and quality.
• Communicate effectively with foremen, engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Utilize trench‑less pipe replacement methods when required.
• Perform or oversee pipe fusing and ensure all connections are completed correctly.
• Act as a working leader, willing to assist with physical labor when needed to keep the job on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and company procedures.
• Mentor crew members and foster a positive, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands‑on experience leading crews in underground utility, plumbing, or site work (storm or sanitary piping systems preferred).
• Proficient in reading and laying out from blueprints and construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of trenchless technologies and methods of pipe replacement.
• Pipe fusing experience required; plumbing experience is a plus.
• Familiar with trench shoring systems and OSHA excavation safety standards.
• OSHA 30 and Confined Space Certification a strong bonus.
• Must demonstrate a “whatever-it-takes” work ethic with a sense of ownership and accountability.

Key Traits and Skills

• Strong leadership and crew delegation abilities
• Effective communicator with team and project stakeholders
• Motivational mindset with the ability to drive productivity
• Excellent time management and problem‑solving skills
• Adaptable to changing jobsite conditions and prioritiesHighly safety‑conscious and detail‑oriented
• Dependable, loyal, and honest
• Cleanliness, punctuality, and strong physical stamina are a must