Supervisor Locating

UtiliQuest, LLC; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Vac

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

UtiliQuest, LLC in West Columbia, SC, seeks a Field Supervisor to lead a Damage Prevention team and ensure safety, quality, and on-time field execution. The role reports to the Operations Center Manager and involves supervising technicians, planning workloads, and maintaining client relations.

The ideal candidate will promote a strong safety culture, conduct performance reviews, and support staff development while aligning with company goals. Some evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all training.
• Drive safely and follow company safe driving policies.
• Maintain punctuality and attendance at all shifts and training sessions.
• Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools.
• Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist; standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times.
• Will need to have the ability to work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and supervise a team of Damage Prevention Technicians who are driven and understand the key performance indicators and economic engines of the business.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture for all employees.
• Conduct daily and weekly planning meetings to ensure quality control is in place.
• Conduct audits on field personnel to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide regular feedback and development opportunities for technicians.
• Create and maintain good working relationships with clients, excavators, regulators, employees, and the public.
• Assist Center Manager in identifying strengths and weaknesses of Damage Prevention Technicians.
• Assist Technicians with locating difficult to find utilities.
• Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition to identify staffing needs and assist in hiring decisions.
• Operate company vehicles safely and maintain a professional appearance.
• Validate and approve daily personnel time reports.
• Develop, mentor and evaluate technicians with focus on engagement and morale.
• Complete JSO’s (Job Safety Observations) of technicians.
• Ticket production and weekend work required, as needed.
• Completes other duties, as needed

Skills

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Training completion

Flexible schedule

Physical stamina

Job description

Requisition ID16418-Posted11/06/2026-Operations Management-Operations-UQ142-West Columbia, SC-Field-Manager-25% - 49%

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Operations Team at UtiliQuest, LLC as aField Supervisor. UtiliQuest, LLC, a leading provider of quality underground utility damage prevention for over three decades. With headquarters located in Alpharetta, Georgia just north of Atlanta, we have offices located in states including California, Indiana, Ohio, Arkansas and the Eastern US from Florida to New York with over 2,500 employees. Founded in 1998, UtiliQuest is a subsidiary of Dycom Industries, a leading provider of specialty contracting services to the telecommunications and infrastructure industry.

The Field Supervisorreports directly to the Operations Center Manager. In this role, the ideal candidate will manage the workflow of their employees, creating team schedules and delegating tasks. He/She will assess the work performance of their employees and identify areas that need improvement. The Field Supervisor will also ensure that business goals, deadlines, and performance standards are met, set goals for the technicians and make sure they comply with the company’s plans and vision.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Build and supervise a team of Damage Prevention Technicians who are driven and understand the key performance indicators and economic engines of the business.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture for all employees.
• Conduct daily and weekly planning meetings to ensure quality control is in place.
• Conduct audits on field personnel to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Conduct performance reviews and provides regular performance feedback and development opportunities for technicians
• Create and maintain good working relationships with clients, excavators, regulators, employees, and the public
• Assist Center Manager in identifying strengths and weaknesses of Damage Prevention Technicians.
• Assist Technicians with locating difficult to find utilities.
• Collaborate with the HR and Talent Acquisition Team to identify staffing needs, interview and make final hiring decisions.
• Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance
• Validate and approve daily personnel time reports
• Develops, mentor and evaluate technicians and has the overall responsibility for employee engagement and morale.
• Complete JSO’s (Job Safety Observations) of technicians
• Ticket production and weekend work required, as needed.
• Completes other duties, as needed

What you’ll need

• Completes and maintains all training
• Drive safely and follow company safe driving policies
• Maintain punctuality and attendance at all shifts and training sessions
• Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools
• Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist; standing and or walking for extended periods of time
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times
• Will need to have the ability to work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as needed.

The wage range for Supervisor Locating is $70,000.00 - $80,000.00.

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.