Underground Utility Maintenance Supervisor/Foreman

KLS Earthworks & Environmental; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage based on experience

Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

KLS Earthworks & Environmental in Calgary seeks an experienced Underground Utility Maintenance Supervisor to lead field crews in maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation of water, sanitary, and storm systems while prioritizing safety and minimizing public disruption.

You’ll coordinate daily activities, read utility drawings, supervise crews, mentor team members, and ensure work meets specifications. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Underground Foreman/Supervisor or Lead Hand in Underground Utility construction.
• Strong hands-on experience with water, sanitary, and storm utility maintenance and repair.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing existing underground infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of City of Calgary Utility Specifications.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, trenching, utility locating, shoring, bedding, backfill, and compaction.
• Ability to read construction and utility drawings and understand grades and elevations.
• Experience working safely around active underground utilities.
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond effectively when unexpected conditions or utility issues are encountered in the field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate with crews, clients, municipalities, and the public.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and meet the physical demands of underground utility work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews completing underground utility maintenance and repair work.
• Coordinate daily activities, manpower, equipment, materials, and site requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation of existing water, sanitary, and storm systems.
• Troubleshoot underground utility issues and determine practical repair solutions in the field.
• Coordinate emergency and planned utility repairs, including watermain breaks, service repairs, sewer issues, and damaged infrastructure.
• Safely coordinate excavation and exposure of existing utilities.
• Read and interpret utility drawings, locates, grades, specifications, and project requirements.
• Work around active and existing utility systems while minimizing service interruptions.
• Coordinate with operators, labourers, subcontractors, municipalities, inspectors, and other site personnel.
• Ensure repairs and installations meet applicable specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor crew productivity and keep maintenance and repair work progressing efficiently.
• Complete required daily documentation and communicate work progress, issues, and repair requirements to management.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices, including requirements related to excavation, trenching, confined spaces, and working around existing utilities.
• Mentor crew members and maintain a productive, respectful team environment.

Job description

Join Our Team

KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking an experienced Underground Utility Maintenance Supervisor to join our Calgary-based team. We’re looking for a strong field leader with hands-on experience in underground utility maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation. This role will lead crews to complete maintenance and repair work on existing underground infrastructure, with a focus on safe execution, efficient troubleshooting, and minimizing disruption to surrounding operations and the public.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and supervise crews completing underground utility maintenance and repair work.
• Coordinate daily activities, manpower, equipment, materials, and site requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation of existing water, sanitary, and storm systems.
• Troubleshoot underground utility issues and determine practical repair solutions in the field.
• Coordinate emergency and planned utility repairs, including watermain breaks, service repairs, sewer issues, and damaged infrastructure.
• Safely coordinate excavation and exposure of existing utilities.
• Read and interpret utility drawings, locates, grades, specifications, and project requirements.
• Work around active and existing utility systems while minimizing service interruptions.
• Coordinate with operators, labourers, subcontractors, municipalities, inspectors, and other site personnel.
• Ensure repairs and installations meet applicable specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor crew productivity and keep maintenance and repair work progressing efficiently.
• Complete required daily documentation and communicate work progress, issues, and repair requirements to management.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices, including requirements related to excavation, trenching, confined spaces, and working around existing utilities.
• Mentor crew members and maintain a productive, respectful team environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Underground Foreman/Supervisor or Lead Hand in Underground Utility construction.
• Strong hands-on experience with water, sanitary, and storm utility maintenance and repair.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing existing underground infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of City of Calgary Utility Specifications.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, trenching, utility locating, shoring, bedding, backfill, and compaction.
• Ability to read construction and utility drawings and understand grades and elevations.
• Experience working safely around active underground utilities.
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond effectively when unexpected conditions or utility issues are encountered in the field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate with crews, clients, municipalities, and the public.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and meet the physical demands of underground utility work.

What we are Offering

• Competitive wage based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing civil construction company
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• A strong safety-first culture where employees are valued and supported

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.