Pipe Foreman
- Lead Regional Underground Utility Installations for
Dorsey Excavating Job Overview:
Company:
Dorsey Excavating
Salary/Pay Rate:
$82,000
- $88,000 per year plus incentives.
- Company
- Provided Truck (Includes Fuel Card Plus & Vehicle Related Expenses)
Location:
Noblesville, Indiana (Travel required)
Job/Employment Type:
Full Time
Project Scope:
Residential and Commercial Underground Utilities
Mandatory Licences & Certifications:
None Required The Opportunity:
You will serve as a critical field leader, driving the successful installation of large-scale water mains, sanitary sewers, and storm drainage networks. This role grants you full autonomy to run structure calculations, manage field crews, and problem-solve complex logistical obstacles entirely on-site. You will join a thriving, family-owned business that invests in your career development, treats you like a person rather than a number, and provides a clear trajectory for long-term growth. How You Will Make an
Impact:
- Lead daily operations for underground utility crews to ensure efficient water, sanitary, and storm sewer installations.
- Execute precise structure and pipe calculations independently to verify proper alignments and slopes.
- Supervise and mentor an active field crew of 3-5 professionals to uphold exceptional production and quality standards.
- Interpret complex blueprints, utility drawings, and site plans to establish accurate grades using pipe lasers.
- Coordinate directly with jobsite superintendents, engineers, and other trades to establish and manage your own schedules.
- Maintain total oversight of trench safety, shoring protocols, and daily hazard assessments to ensure complete OSHA compliance.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically serving as an Underground Utility Pipe Foreman or utility crew lead.
- Proven capability to run standalone pipe/structure calculations and interpret complex utility drawings.
- Demonstrated experience managing, scheduling, and mentoring field crews of 3-5 employees.
- Strong knowledge of underground excavation practices, trench safety, and heavy equipment coordination.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid
OSHA 10, OSHA
30, or Confined Space Competent Person certifications.
- Prior experience utilizing GPS, laser grading, and advanced utility locating equipment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary between $82,000
- $88,000 based on experience.
- Production based incentive opportunities.
- 401(k) retirement savings program with a 3% employer contribution.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available.
- Weekly pay cycle
- Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Company-provided safety equi.
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