Outdoor Field Operations Supervisor – Utility Locates

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company match

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc. seeks a Field Supervisor to oversee underground utility locating teams across assigned territories. You will lead, coach, and support field technicians, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient locates while collaborating with dispatch, contractors, and utility partners.

The role emphasizes damage prevention and compliance with state 811 laws, OSHA standards, and company procedures. Must have a valid driver's license and pass a pre-employment DOT drug test.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license required.
• DOT drug test pre-employment must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor field technicians; onboard new hires.
• Audit locates, manage high-risk assignments, investigate damages.
• Ensure equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Enforce safety standards and lead toolbox talks.
• Coordinate with dispatch, contractors, and utility partners; track productivity.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality & operations

Safety & compliance

Communication

Reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Tools

EM locators

GPS/GIS tech

Ticketing software

Job description

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc. seeks a Field Supervisor to oversee underground utility locating teams across assigned territories. You will lead, coach, and support field technicians, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient locates while collaborating with dispatch, contractors, and utility partners.

The role emphasizes damage prevention and compliance with state 811 laws, OSHA standards, and company procedures. Must have a valid driver's license and pass a pre-employment DOT drug test.