Underground Utility Pipe Crew Lead

Underground Utility Pipe Crew Lead

Tradeco Construction Staffing
Location: Thonotosassa, FL
Pay: $27.00–$30.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM–4:00 PM
Project Duration: 6+ Months
Anticipated Start Date: November 9, 2026

Job Summary

Tradeco Construction Staffing is seeking an experienced Underground Utility Pipe Crew Lead for a long-term civil construction project in Thonotosassa, FL.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with a strong background in underground utility installation who can lead a small crew while actively participating in daily field operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience installing storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution systems, along with the ability to read utility plans and maintain accurate pipe line, slope, and grade.

This is a working leadership position. Candidates must be comfortable directing pipelayers and laborers while working alongside the crew.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a crew of pipelayers and laborers.
• Install underground storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution systems.
• Coordinate trench preparation, pipe bedding, connections, and backfilling.
• Read and interpret utility plans, construction drawings, and elevations.
• Establish and maintain proper pipe alignment, slope, line, and grade.
• Coordinate daily activities with excavator operators and site supervision.
• Monitor pipe installation, joints, connections, and overall workmanship.
• Organize crew assignments, materials, and daily production activities.
• Maintain a safe jobsite and follow trenching and excavation safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of underground utility construction experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a Pipe Crew Lead or Lead Pipelayer strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of underground utility installation.
• Experience with PVC, RCP, ductile iron, and other underground piping materials.
• Ability to read utility plans and understand elevations, slope, and grade.
• Experience leading a small crew in a hands-on construction environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, laborers, and site supervision.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to jobsite safety.
• OSHA 10/30 certification is a plus.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay: $27.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM–4:00 PM.
• No regular overtime anticipated.
• Long-term project expected to exceed six months.
• Temp-to-hire opportunity.
• Path to permanent hire after 600 hours.

Employment Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must have required construction PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, high-visibility vest, and steel-toe boots.

Apply Today!

If you have underground utility experience and the ability to lead a crew while remaining hands-on in the field, we want to hear from you!

Apply today with Tradeco Construction Staffing for this long-term opportunity in Thonotosassa, FL.

For more than 20 years, Tradeco Construction is and has been the premier choice for customers seeking skilled trades services. This is because we only hire and retain the most reliable, safety-oriented, highly skilled electricians that pride themselves on the highest quality workmanship. All employees, including our Managers and Leadership Team, work hard each day to maintain a positive working environment while treating everyone with the highest level of professionalism, kindness, and respect. We invite you to experience what it's like to be part of an organization that cares!