Pipeline Foreman (Line Division) - Wilmington and Surrounding

Pipeline Foreman

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

State Utility Contractors, a leading environmental service facilities builder in the Carolinas, is seeking a skilled and experienced Pipeline Foreman to join our Pipeline Division. As a 100% employee-owned company, we foster a family atmosphere and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. If you have experience leading underground utility crews, take pride in quality work, and are looking for a chance to grow with a strong company, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a crew in the installation of water and sewer pipelines and related underground utility work.

• Oversee the installation of pipe, manholes, valves, hydrants, fittings, services, and other utility structures.

• Read and interpret project plans, specifications, blueprints, cut sheets, and complex diagrams.

• Carry and maintain grade using pipe laser equipment and other grade-control tools.

• Coordinate daily work activities, materials, equipment, and crew production.

• Operate or assist with equipment operation, including backhoes, track hoes, excavators, and front-end loaders when needed.

• Ensure proper installation and use of trench shoring, trench boxes, sloping, and other excavation safety measures.

• Confirm that company safety standards and procedures are followed by employees and subcontractors.

• Communicate with superintendents, project managers, inspectors, subcontractors, and other field personnel.

• Assist with manual labor when required to help the crew complete the work.

• Professionally represent the company to coworkers, owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and the general public.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading a crew in underground utility construction preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in water and sewer pipeline installation or related underground utility work.

• Experience operating backhoes, track hoes, excavators, and front-end loaders preferred.

• Ability to read project plans, specifications, blueprints, and cut sheets.

• Ability to carry and maintain grade using pipe laser equipment.

• Knowledge of trench safety, excavation safety, shoring, sloping, and trench box use.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Strong commitment to quality, safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

• Trench safety, OSHA, competent person, first aid/CPR, and general safety certifications are a plus.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Requirements:

All candidates must be able to:

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.

• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold.

• Routinely lift and move 10–25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

• Work overtime, nights, and weekends when required.

• Travel and work away from home when required.

• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times.

• Strictly follow company safety requirements and procedures.

• Work well in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive pay based on experience and abilities.

• Performance bonus program

• Paid vacation.

• Paid holidays.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• ESOP Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation.

• Health, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.

• Continuing education and training opportunities for professional development.

At State Utility Contractors, our motto is “Quality in Action,” and we believe in offering a rewarding work environment where your contributions will be valued.

Please upload your resume and references through the job application.