Lead Excavation Installer

ADVANCED HOME SERVICES

Advanced Home Services is a residential service company specializing in Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air and has been in business for over 20 years. We provide a great environment and culture focused on growth, development, and retention. We continue to grow every year and are looking for full-time employees to join our team.

Position Summary

As a Lead Excavation Installer, you'll lead excavation crews in installing underground utilities,

piping, and drainage systems, operating heavy equipment while mentoring the apprentices and

technicians working alongside you. You're the one making sure the job gets done safely and

right, from the first cut in the ground to the final inspection, in a trade that offers real, long-term

job security.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead excavation crews in the safe and efficient installation of underground piping, utilities,

and drainage systems

• Operate and oversee the use of heavy equipment, including excavators, trenchers, and skid

steers

• Ensure accurate trenching, grading, backfilling, and compaction per project specifications
• Install underground piping, conduits, and related systems in compliance with state and local

codes

• Read and interpret blueprints, job specifications, and site plans to guide installations
• Train, mentor, and support apprentices and technicians to develop their skills
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, safety, and quality standards
• Communicate professionally with customers about job scope, progress, and site conditions
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of company vehicles, tools, and equipment

We Offer

• Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses
• 401(k) retirement with company match
• Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time off
• Company events & parties

Qualifications

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical training in excavation or construction preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in excavation or underground utility installation, including leadership

or crew lead responsibilities

• Proficiency in operating excavation equipment and knowledge of trench safety practices

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record required; CDL strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of underground utility installation and site preparation
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site drawings, and specifications
• Proficiency with ServiceTitan or similar project management software preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands and Conditions

• Lifting up to 75 lbs, bending, kneeling, climbing, and operating heavy equipment
• Work performed outdoors in varying weather and site conditions, including trenches,

confined spaces, and uneven terrain

Work Environment/Travel

• Field-based role with daily travel to residential and commercial job sites
• May require evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project schedules

Ability to pass background check and drug screening