Excavation Crew Leads

We're a local family-owned plumbing/drain cleaning/excavation company that's growing and we're looking for a Crew Lead to work with our excavation crews.

What are YOU looking for?

Are you looking for steady work (40 hours each week)?
Are you looking for a place to put your experience and skills to work?
Are you looking for a company that offers a great benefit package?
Are you looking for a job that still allows you to enjoy family time, or maybe time for your hobbies?

Then stop looking and send in your resume!!!

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY need apply.

Job Summary:

Coordinate the activities and training of the excavation (dig) crews. The crew leader is responsible for the coordination and operation of a crew consisting of up to 4 diverse members. The ideal candidate will also have experience operating various excavation equipment, such as a backhoe, drilling/boring machine and a bursting machine.

Essential functions:

* Coordinating with the scheduler to ensure the assignment of all necessary equipment and personnel
* Work with numerous subcontractors, when necessary
* Work with customers to address any service-related concerns
* Coordinate, organize, and direct the activities of your assigned crew
* Provide training and technical assistance to crew members as needed
* Responsible for determining what equipment and supplies are needed for each job, each day
* Responsible for work flow, tools, and vehicle maintenance of specific project and crew that are assigned to you
* Collaborates with co-workers and supervisors in management of projects to ensure project deadlines are maintained
* Regular attendance and punctuality is a requirement of this position
* A professional manner, and the ability to communicate effectively with other employees, customers and the general public
* Follow all company and OSHA regulated safety procedures
* Accepts and performs work as assigned
* Daily driving of various company vehicles

Minimum Requirements:

* High School diploma or equivalent
* Previous background should include experience and ability to deal with customers
* Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure and at a fast pace
* Good knowledge of the Portland and Vancouver metro areas to facilitate efficient routing
* Minimum 1 year experience as a crew leader
* Valid driver's license, insurable driving record, and must provide own transportation to shop each day. Having your own vehicle is ESSENTIAL.
* Knowledge and understanding of sewer systems is a plus!
* Knowledge and understanding of OSHA requirements, including confined space.

**** CDL is a plus!!!

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

* This position will primarily work outside in all types of weather conditions and environments.
* The noise level in the environment may be loud and may require PPE.
* Must be able to life and carry up to 80 lbs, push and pull up to 80 lbs, and stand or walk for up to 8 hours each day.
* Must be able to dig/excavate for up to 6 hours in a day.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and hear.

Why Join our Team?

Competitive pay
Highly competitive benefits package
Full-time, year round work available
401k company match to help you prepare for retirement
PTO / Sick pay
100% Employee Medical insurance premiums paid by employer
100% STD, LTD and $10k life insurance paid by employer
Voluntary benefits including Dental, Vision, AFLAC, Colonial
Health Savings Account
Paid day off on your Birthday!

And an all around great place to work!