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Leadman jobs are open across construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and utilities, from crew-level supervisors to senior field leads, with specializations in electrical, pipefitting, and structural work. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES
Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.
When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.
We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
LOCATION: This is a traveling position in support of our Mountain States Region. You may be assigned to work at various project sites in the region as business needs require.
Pay range: $30.00 - 45.00 per hour + per diem for travelers 95+ miles from the job site.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Tepa Companies are seeking a Leadman to perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, excavation, and demolition sites. The Leadman may operate heavy equipment as required to complete projects. The Leadman will schedule and supervise workers under their supervision and complete weekly timecards for their crew. The Leadman needs to be proficient with computers for time input, email and general correspondence with superiors.
Job Functions:
- Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Read and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications.
- Completes weekly timecards for personnel under their supervision.
- Orders materials and equipment necessary to complete project or tasks assigned to them.
- Other responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to: digging ditches, backfilling excavations, sealing structural components, measure and record areas, unloading and identifying materials, erecting and assembling equipment, pouring concrete.
- Identify and follow safe working procedures. Identify and stop unsafe work practices around jobsite that present imminent danger to others.
- Work with Superintendents and Foreman to complete assigned tasks.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 5+ years of general construction experience
- 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
- Experience working with a crew and demonstrating leadership
- Ability to work effectively with a team
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Knowledge of and ability to use power and hand tools, materials, and other equipment used on construction sites
- Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices, and procedures
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards
- Ability to listen to and understand information and direction both verbally and in writing
- Ability to learn on the job
- Ability to assist, mentor and/or train
- Full understanding of tasks to be performed on a job site and knowledge to complete tasks with little to no direction
- Additional knowledge or skills related to carpentry, pipelaying or pipefitting, surveying and grading, or concrete finishing
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required authorization to access U.S. military installations and other client/project sites, as applicable to assigned work.
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required by project and operational needs.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to operate motor vehicles and travel between assigned work locations and project sites as required.
- A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for certain assignments based on the vehicles or equipment operated.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and back ground check in compliance with federal regulation
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES
Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.
When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.
We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
LOCATION: This is a traveling position in support of our Mountain States Region. You may be assigned to work at various project sites in the region as business needs require.
Pay range: $30.00 - 45.00 per hour + per diem for travelers 95+ miles from the job site.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Tepa Companies are seeking a Leadman to perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, excavation, and demolition sites. The Leadman may operate heavy equipment as required to complete projects. The Leadman will schedule and supervise workers under their supervision and complete weekly timecards for their crew. The Leadman needs to be proficient with computers for time input, email and general correspondence with superiors.
Job Functions:
- Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Read and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications.
- Completes weekly timecards for personnel under their supervision.
- Orders materials and equipment necessary to complete project or tasks assigned to them.
- Other responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to: digging ditches, backfilling excavations, sealing structural components, measure and record areas, unloading and identifying materials, erecting and assembling equipment, pouring concrete.
- Identify and follow safe working procedures. Identify and stop unsafe work practices around jobsite that present imminent danger to others.
- Work with Superintendents and Foreman to complete assigned tasks.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 5+ years of general construction experience
- 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
- Experience working with a crew and demonstrating leadership
- Ability to work effectively with a team
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Knowledge of and ability to use power and hand tools, materials, and other equipment used on construction sites
- Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices, and procedures
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards
- Ability to listen to and understand information and direction both verbally and in writing
- Ability to learn on the job
- Ability to assist, mentor and/or train
- Full understanding of tasks to be performed on a job site and knowledge to complete tasks with little to no direction
- Additional knowledge or skills related to carpentry, pipelaying or pipefitting, surveying and grading, or concrete finishing
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required authorization to access U.S. military installations and other client/project sites, as applicable to assigned work.
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required by project and operational needs.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to operate motor vehicles and travel between assigned work locations and project sites as required.
- A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for certain assignments based on the vehicles or equipment operated.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and back ground check in compliance with federal regulation
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in leadman jobs.
- Five or more years of field experience in the relevant trade or craft
- Demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate a crew of four or more workers
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification
- Proficiency reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate work vehicles or equipment
- Strong verbal communication skills for coordinating with supervisors and subcontractors
Tips for Your Leadman Job Search
Tailor your resume for field supervision
Highlight your experience directing crew members, coordinating daily work assignments, and maintaining production or safety targets. Leadman roles reward hands-on oversight, so list the size of crews you've led and the specific trade or craft you supervised.
List every relevant certification you hold
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, rigger certifications, forklift, or trade-specific credentials move your application forward fast. Hiring managers in construction and industrial settings scan for these before reading anything else on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists leadman openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by project type, not just title
Leadman openings are often posted under terms like working foreman, lead technician, or crew lead. Search those variants alongside 'leadman' to catch listings that match your craft but use different wording.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently ask how you've handled a crew member falling behind pace, a safety near-miss, or a materials delay. Walk through a real situation using a problem-action-result structure to show your decision-making on the job.
Negotiate scope before discussing pay
Clarify the crew size, trade mix, shift structure, and reporting chain before entering a pay conversation. Leadman compensation varies significantly based on these factors, and knowing them puts you in a stronger position to evaluate any offer.
Leadman Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most leadmans?
The companies hiring the most leadmans right now include Advanced Roofing, Triple-S Steel, and V2X, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Construction, industrial services, and energy companies consistently post the highest volume of leadman openings nationwide.
How many leadman jobs are remote?
About 0% of leadman openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most roles. The small share of remote or hybrid positions tends to be in project coordination, estimating, or quality oversight functions rather than direct field supervision.
How do you become a leadman?
Start by completing an apprenticeship or accumulating journeyman-level experience in a trade such as electrical, pipefitting, welding, or carpentry. Build a reputation for consistent output and reliability on the job site. Take on informal crew coordination whenever the opportunity arises, obtain relevant safety certifications, and express interest in leadership roles to your foreman or project manager when openings come up.
Can you get hired as a leadman without prior supervisory experience?
Yes, though you'll need to demonstrate leadership readiness through other means. Emphasize situations where you trained newer workers, resolved a production problem independently, or kept a task on schedule without direct supervision. Employers in trades-heavy industries often promote strong journeymen into leadman roles, so showing technical mastery and dependability matters as much as a formal supervisory title.
What does the leadman interview process look like?
Most leadman interviews involve an initial phone or in-person screening focused on trade experience and certifications, followed by a conversation with a project manager or superintendent. Expect scenario questions about handling crew conflicts, maintaining safety compliance, and meeting production targets. Some employers conduct a site walk or practical skills check to verify hands-on competency before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to leadman jobs?
You can find and apply to leadman jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your trade, experience level, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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