Job Description

An established environmental services company in East Chicago, Indiana seeks an Piping/Plumbing Superintendent to oversee field operations across industrial maintenance and infrastructure projects. This hands-on leadership role manages crew scheduling, safety protocols, equipment deployment, and client coordination for Lead Pipe Replacement projects, throughout Northwest Indiana and the greater Chicago area.

What We Offer (Benefits & Compensation)

• Annual salary: $85,000 - $105,000
• Full union benefits through Operating Engineers Local 150
• Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off
• Company vehicle and equipment provided
• Ongoing safety training and professional development

Key Responsibilities — Piping/Plumbing Superintendent

• Supervise field crews of 5-15 technicians and CDL operators across multiple job sites daily
• Coordinate project scheduling, equipment deployment, and resource allocation for industrial cleaning and roadway services
• Ensure OSHA safety compliance, conduct toolbox talks, and investigate incidents while enforcing confined space entry protocols
• Serve as primary client liaison for municipalities, utilities, and industrial facilities throughout the region
• Manage quality control documentation, project reports, and regulatory compliance records for environmental services operations

Qualifications — Piping/Plumbing Superintendent

• 5+ years progressive field experience in environmental services, industrial maintenance, or heavy civil construction
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR; CDL Class A or B preferred but not required
• OSHA 30 certification required; confined space competent person certification strongly preferred
• Proven crew supervision experience with union workforce highly preferred
• Strong communication skills for client relations and crew management across diverse project types

Preferred Qualifications — Piping/Plumbing Superintendent

• Union Operating Engineers Local 150 background or similar trade union experience
• Experience with vacuum truck operations, hydro excavation, or roadway crack sealing projects
• Proficiency with CMMS systems or maintenance management software
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills

Physical Requirements — Piping/Plumbing Superintendent

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions across industrial and municipal sites
• Travel 25-35% to job sites throughout Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland area
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly; occasional lifting to 75 lbs
• Ability to enter confined spaces for inspection and crew oversight
• Stand, walk, climb, and navigate construction/industrial environments for extended periods
• Work varied shifts including days, nights, weekends, and on-call emergency response

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