Underground Drilling Ops Lead — Field Training & Safety

Utilities One Group; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance plans (health, dental

Whole Life Insurance

401k Plan

PTO/Paid Holidays

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Utilities One Group is seeking a motivated UG Operations Supervisor to oversee in-house underground drilling crews across the region. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and hands-on training to elevate crew performance and adhere to project specifications.

The role requires extensive travel (about 80% of the time) within the designated region. A company vehicle and travel expenses are provided to support field operations and site visits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in underground drilling operations.
• Strong understanding of HDD, potholing, utility locates, and safety protocols.
• Prior experience training or mentoring UG crews preferred.
• Ability to read construction prints and jobsite plans.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly across multiple states.
• Certifications in OSHA 10/30, competent person training, or NCCER are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus).

Responsibilities

• Daily oversight of underground drilling operations to ensure safety, quality, and specs.
• Lead on-site training sessions for IH crews on practices and equipment use.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct toolbox talks and audits.
• Review bore logs, restoration, potholing, and fiber/copper path integrity.
• Coordinate with operations and project management to resolve field issues.
• Maintain records of inspections, crew performance, and trainings.
• Communicate with Regional Directors, Foremen, and PMs to align goals.

Skills

Underground drilling

HDD & potholing

Safety protocols

Crew training

Reading construction prints

Leadership & communication

Job description

Utilities One Group is seeking a motivated UG Operations Supervisor to oversee in-house underground drilling crews across the region. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and hands-on training to elevate crew performance and adhere to project specifications.

The role requires extensive travel (about 80% of the time) within the designated region. A company vehicle and travel expenses are provided to support field operations and site visits.