Hydro Blasting Department ManagerCarlin, NevadaLead the Crew. Own the Work. Build Something Bigger.Some people manage schedules.
Some people manage people.
The best leaders build teams that customers trust, employees want to work for, and competitors struggle to beat.
That's who we're looking for.
This Isn't a Desk Job
If you want to spend every day staring at spreadsheets...
This probably isn't the job for you.
If you love building crews, solving problems, planning work, helping customers, improving operations, and leading from the front...
Keep reading.
As the Hydro blasting Department Manager in Carlin, you'll lead one of the most critical industrial service operations in northern Nevada.
You'll work directly with some of the mining industry's largest customers while leading crews that perform demanding, high-impact work every day.
You'll own the department.
Its people.
Its projects.
Its profitability.
Its reputation.
What You'll Actually DoYou'll spend your time where great leaders create value.
Planning work.
Coaching supervisors.
Developing employees.
Meeting with customers.
Reviewing job performance.
Controlling costs.
Building schedules.
Solving problems before they become emergencies.
Working alongside your Area Manager to improve the business while identifying opportunities to expand existing customer relationships.
This role isn't about babysitting operations.
It's about building a department that consistently performs at a higher level than the competition.
We're Looking for BuildersThe best Department Managers don't wait to be told what to do.
They take ownership.
They build systems.
They create accountability.
They develop people.
They hold the line when standards matter.
They aren't afraid to have difficult conversations because they genuinely care about helping their team improve.
If you're someone who sees broken processes and immediately starts thinking about how to make them better, you'll fit right in.
Safety Isn't a Slogan HereHydro blasting is demanding work.
It requires discipline.
Preparation.
Professionalism.
We don't compromise on safety because our people matter.
Every decision starts with sending everyone home safely.
The right leader understands that the safest operation is usually the most efficient and the most profitable.
You'll Be SupportedYou're not walking into this alone.
You'll work alongside an Area Manager who's actively invested in helping Department Managers succeed.
You'll receive regular coaching, operational support, financial guidance, and leadership development-not just during onboarding, but every week.
We believe leadership isn't something you're handed.
It's something we invest in.
Why Carlin?Carlin sits in the heart of one of North America's busiest mining regions.
That means steady work.
World-class customers.
Complex industrial challenges.
And tremendous opportunity to grow.
We're already trusted by many of the industry's largest operators.
Our goal isn't simply to maintain those relationships.
It's to become the industrial services partner they're unwilling to replace.
You'll play a direct role in making that happen.
You'll Thrive Here If...- You naturally take ownership.
- You enjoy leading crews more than managing paperwork.
- You can build schedules without losing sight of people.
- You know how to control costs while still delivering exceptional work.
- You aren't afraid to make decisions.
- You hold yourself and others accountable.
- You communicate directly and honestly.
- You enjoy earning customer trust.
- You believe good teams can always become great teams.
What Success Looks LikeYour crews know what's expected.
Your customers ask for you by name.
Projects finish safely.
Budgets stay under control.
Employees grow.
Supervisors become leaders.
Customers trust your recommendations.
Your department becomes the benchmark others are measured against.
That's success.
Must be willing and able to pass an initial and periodic drug screens and a background check upon hire.