The posting
Field Installation Crew Lead – 75% Travel | Direct Hire | Industrial Equipment Projects
Location: Based near Jordan, MN (Onsite when not traveling)
Travel: Up to 75% (Midwest U.S. + occasional international travel)
Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Immediate hiring need — Apply today. Active interviews in progress.
About the Opportunity
Our client, a growing industrial equipment and machinery solutions provider, is seeking an experienced Field Installation Crew Lead to oversee complex equipment installations across manufacturing and processing environments.
This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys leading crews, and has strong mechanical and welding expertise. You will be the go-to leader on job sites — coordinating personnel, managing equipment, ensuring safety, and delivering projects on time.
If you have led installation crews and enjoy high-impact field work, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a stable, long-term role with strong earning potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise field installation crews (3–5 team members typical)
- Plan personnel, equipment, and material needs for each project
- Coordinate schedules with customers and internal management
- Verify materials and equipment upon arrival at job sites
- Establish project milestones and ensure timely completion
- Track and report crew hours for payroll and project management
- Interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately
- Perform and oversee hands-on welding and mechanical installation work
- Operate forklifts, manlifts, welders, torches, plasma cutters, and cutting tools
- Enforce safety standards and maintain high-quality workmanship
- Travel extensively to customer sites (including weekends as needed)
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of field installation experience in machinery, heavy equipment, or industrial environments
- Proven crew lead or supervisory experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Hands-on welding expertise (required)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Experience operating forklifts and heavy equipment
- Valid drivers license with a good driving record
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 75%
Preferred:
- Welding certification
- Forklift or heavy equipment certifications
- Experience working in small-to-mid-sized industrial companies
Whats in It for You
- Competitive compensation package (base + potential overtime opportunities)
- Direct hire, long-term stability
- Opportunity to lead field operations and grow into senior leadership
- Exposure to diverse industrial installation projects
- High-impact, visible role with autonomy in the field
- Work with a tight-knit, skilled team in a specialized industry
- Consistent project pipeline with established customers
This is not a bench role — youll be leading real projects with real authority.
Ready to Take the Lead?
If youre an experienced field installation professional ready to lead crews and travel for high-impact projects, we want to speak with you immediately.
Apply now or message Interested to receive full details. Qualified candidates are being shortlisted this week.



