| Location | Minnesota |
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.
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.
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)
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
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.
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.