Area Manager

GridHawk; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan (Matched)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

GridHawk is seeking an Area Manager in Opelika, AL to lead a team in utility locating and damage prevention. The successful candidate will ensure all operations comply with safety regulations while driving efficiency and quality.

In this full-time role, you will supervise technician teams, manage daily operations, and provide expert direction. Candidates must have strong communication skills and supervisory experience.

GridHawk offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, supporting long-term employee development.

Qualifications

• Must have multiple years of experience in locating and pipeline technician roles.
• Experience supervising technicians preferred (2-3 years).
• Pass a DOT drug test and a background screening required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct team operations to meet efficiency and quality goals.
• Oversee scheduling of contractors and optimize routing of tickets.
• Ensure compliance with client regulations and quality assurance.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Technical teaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Company laptop

Smartphone

Job description

Employees love working here, because our people come first at GridHawk. We offer competitive pay and industry-leading employee benefits.

You’ll find that we are one of the fairest and most supportive employers in the locating and damage prevention field. And, since it’s people who make GridHawk the outstanding company that we are, we are always on the lookout for top talent like you!

Extensive Training

Fast Advancement

Current Openings

Looking for a fulfilling career with GridHawk? Look below to see our open positions and one that may suit you. We look forward to you joining our wonderful team.

Position: Area Manager

Location: Opelika, AL

Job Id: 2296

# of Openings: 0

Reports to: Director of Operations

Company Overview

GridHawk LLC is a premier provider of utility locating and other damage prevention services. Our mission is to keep communities safe by preventing damage to underground infrastructure. We provide full-spectrum outsourced asset damage-prevention and mitigation services and solutions on behalf of utility companies. GridHawk is led by a seasoned team of utility locating industry executives who collectively hold a best-in-class track record for safety and on-time performance. Also supporting our mission is an array of advanced technology, the centerpiece of which is our proprietary Keystone 811 ticket routing and workforce management system. We strive to build long-term relationships with safety-focused customers who expect industry-leading service and performance.

Job Summary

The Area Manager is responsible for total accountability to lead and drive employees within their team on the following key measurements: OTP, Efficiency, & Quality, ensure the team is maintaining and protecting their area of coverage and following company policies and safety regulations. This position is a key component to ensure that team members are performing all tasks while complying with client and state requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Leading and providing the team with direction, focus, and support.
• Oversee daily scheduling of contractors and sub-contractors.
• Route tickets to ensure optimized efficiency.
• Game plan to achieve daily production targets, provide help if needed.
• Review prior days documents and reports.
• Review daily expectations and safety messages and adjust as needed.
• Ensuring all documents correctly comply with client’s regulations.
• Establish client quality assurance (resolve any problems if needed)
• Ensure all team members timesheets are correct and team members are accounted for.
• Provide expertise on all job tasks including observing, locating, marking, and documenting pipeline locations underground and exposed.
• Dispatch and guide team members in their assignments, such as auditing, locating, verifying, and fixing problems for utility client’s plants.
• Engaging with your employees daily to ensure they have the tools, equipment and support to do their jobs.
• Assist with the continued training and proper use of equipment for all new hires and existing team members.
• Work with the Corporate Support staff to communicate needs for their LOA regarding but not limited to recruiting, training, development, finances, employee relations, safety, and IT.
• Other duties as needed and assigned by higher level managers.

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Excellent communication skills needed.
• Ability to read and interrupt prints at a high level.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate proper techniques.
• Ability to resolve conflict between team members.
• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)
• Multiple years locating and pipeline technician experience.
• Multiple years (2-3 years preferred) of supervising locating and pipeline technicians.
• Documentation of excellent quality ratio with in locating industry.
• Pass a Background screening (no violations within the last 3 years)
• Pass a DOT drug test.

Physical and Safety Requirements

• Ability to lift over 50lbs.
• Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day.
• Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

All employees are eligible to receive some form of company benefits. All benefits are available to regular, full-time employees who maintain an average of 30 hours worked per week. Qualifying employees can enjoy paid holidays and PTO. Health benefits will be available the first of the next month following 30 days of employment. The 401k and matching program are available after their 90-day introductory period.

• Health Insurance
• Term life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan (Matched by the company)

All employees of GridHawk LLC, are assigned proper technology to perform all work-related duties.

Tools

• Company laptop and smartphone

Compensation

• Salary and Bonus is negotiable based on experience.

GridHawk LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees have the ability to advance within the company.

Background and Drug Test Requirements

To obtain employment with GridHawk LLC, candidates MUST complete a background check. Company policy requires no violations within the last 5 years. Candidates MUST pass a drug test.

Job Type: Full-time