Field Supervisor

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc. is seeking a Field Supervisor to oversee underground utility locating teams across assigned territories. You will provide leadership, training, and quality control to ensure safe, accurate locates and adherence to 811 laws and company procedures.

This full-time role offers a $70,000 salary, a Monday–Friday schedule with on-call weekends, and opportunities to support damage prevention while coordinating with contractors, field staff, and dispatch.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Locator Certification, OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR or damage investigation background preferred.
• DOT drug test pre-employment and Drug-Free Workplace program required.
• 2+ years leading a team of 15+ individuals or equivalent.
• Basic MS Office and ticketing software knowledge.
• Experience with electric/gas/telecom/water systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead field technicians and conduct onboarding; perform ride-alongs.
• Audit locates, handle high-risk assignments, calibrate/maintain equipment.
• Enforce OSHA/APWA standards and safety talks.
• Coordinate with dispatch, contractors, and utility owners.
• Review work orders and track productivity and compliance metrics.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Ticketing software

GPS/GIS tech

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Tools

EM locators

GPS/GIS tech

Job description

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!

Salary: $70,000

Job Type: Full-time, Salary Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Friday (10 hours + days, weekends, on-call)

About The Role

The Field Supervisor oversees the daily operations of underground utility locating teams, ensuring accurate, safe, and efficient performance of utility locates across assigned territories. This role provides leadership, technical support, training, and quality control for field technicians while serving as the primary liaison between field staff, dispatch, management, contractors, and utility partners. The Supervisor plays a critical role in damage‑prevention efforts and compliance with state One‑Call (811) laws, safety standards, and company procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Coach, mentor, and evaluate field technicians; lead onboarding and conduct field ride-alongs.
• Quality & Operations: Audit completed locates, handle high-risk assignments, investigate damages, and oversee equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce APWA standards, OSHA rules, and PPE requirements; lead team safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Communication: Serve as the main point of contact for contractors, utility owners, and homeowners; coordinate with dispatch on schedules and workloads.
• Reporting: Review work orders for accuracy and track team productivity and compliance metrics.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• Required Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred Education: Associate Degree
• Required License: Valid driver’s license
• Preferred Certifications: Locator Certification, OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, or damage investigation background
• Screening: Pass pre-employment DOT drug test and participate in Vannguard’s Drug-Free Workplace Program (Required)
• Experience: 2+ years leading a team of 15+ individuals or equivalent experience working in a fast‑paced team environment
• Required Technical Skills: Basic knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.) / Basic understanding of ticketing software
• Preferred Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of electric, gas, telecom, water, sewer, and fiber systems; proficiency with EM locators and GPS/GIS tech Strong Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Driving: Sit and drive between 50-300+ miles daily in assigned district
• Mobility: Regularly get in and out of a vehicle, standing, walking, kneeling, and bending.
• Lifting: Ability to lift and/or move 50-150 pounds
• Environment: Work outdoors in all weather conditions, year round
• Location: Multiple field locations daily

Benefits

• 401(k) + Company match
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)