Water/Wastewater Superintendent – CIPP & Trenchless | Utica, NY
$125–$160,000 year
On-siteUtica, New York, United States
Job Summary
Manage all day-to-day field operations on trenchless rehabilitation projects including CIPP installation, pipe cleaning, CCTV inspection, manhole rehabilitation, and bypass pumping. Enforce OSHA safety compliance and the site-specific safety plan at all times while directing field crew assignments and coordinating personnel across project sites. Lead pre-construction activities including site surveys, staging plans, and project start-up meetings, then communicate daily progress, issues, and resource needs to the Project Manager and General Superintendent. Ensure all quality benchmarks, inspections, and as-built documentation are completed, approved, and communicated to the project team. Coach and train field personnel on CIPP installation methods, sewer cleaning techniques, CCTV operation, manhole coating systems, and bypass setup. Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday with evening and weekend hours required to meet project demands.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of field leadership experience as a General Foreman or Superintendent in water, wastewater, or underground utility construction
- Working knowledge of one or more trenchless disciplines: CIPP lining, sewer cleaning and CCTV inspection, manhole rehabilitation, or bypass pumping
- Ability to read construction drawings, plans, and blueprints
- Confined Space Entry certification
- OSHA 10 certification
- Valid driver's license
- Ability and willingness to learn additional trenchless rehabilitation methods beyond current experience
- Must be able to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Travel to project sites within the region is required
- Overnight travel of 50% or more should be expected
- Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday with evening and weekend hours required
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening
- Must pass background check
Desired Qualifications
- OSHA 30 preferred
- NASSCO PACP, MACP, or LACP certification, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
- Experience with UV-cure or steam-cure CIPP installation methods
- Familiarity with pipe bursting, slip lining, or other no-dig renewal technologies
- Prior experience managing municipal water and sewer rehabilitation contracts
- CDL is a plus
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