17h ago

Excavation Crew Leader

Northbrook, Illinois

$79k-$95.7k / year

full-timesenior Hybrid

💼 About This Role

You'll lead a 2-3 person crew on sewer and water main replacement projects for a trusted Chicagoland home services company. Your core impact is ensuring safe and efficient underground utility installations while providing 24/7 emergency response support. This role rewards experience with small excavation machinery and strong leadership.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead a 2-4 person crew for sewer and water main replacement jobs.
  • Operate mini excavators, skid steers, and compact loaders.
  • Perform daily job-site safety assessments and trench inspections.
  • Communicate with customers, inspectors, and internal staff.

📋 Requirements

  • 2-5 years of underground utility experience (sewer/water preferred).
  • Proven ability to lead a crew on residential utility jobs.
  • Strong experience operating small excavation machinery.
  • Valid driver's license required; CDL a plus.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience with trench safety and shoring systems.
  • Competence using utility locating equipment.
  • Knowledge of local municipal codes and inspection processes.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 401(k)
  • 🦷 Dental insurance
  • 🏥 Health insurance
  • 🏖️ Paid time off
  • 👁️ Vision insurance
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