Underground Utility Technician Lead

• Pay: Competitive pay and compensation structure based off of 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 priorities
• Highly safety-conscious and detail-oriented
• Dependable, loyal, and honest
• Cleanliness, punctuality, and strong physical stamina are a must