Underground Operations Supervisor

Utilities One; Dallas (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan

PTO / Holidays

Career Advancement

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Utilities One is seeking an Underground Operations Supervisor in Dallas, OR to oversee and support our underground drilling crews with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. The role requires extensive travel and a company vehicle will be provided.

You will lead on-site training, enforce safety standards, review bore logs, and coordinate with project managers to keep projects on track. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in underground drilling, leadership skills, and a valid

Qualifications

• 5+ years in underground drilling operations.
• Strong HDD, potholing, utility locates, safety protocols.
• Experience training or mentoring UG crews.
• Ability to read construction prints and jobsite plans.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel across multiple states.
• OSHA 10/30, NCCER certs a plus.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and inspect underground drilling operations for safety and quality.
• Lead on-site training and onboarding for crews.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct jobsite audits.
• Review bore logs, restoration, and fiber/copper paths.
• Coordinate with operations and project management to resolve delays.
• Maintain inspection records and report to leads.
• Collaborate with regional directors and project managers.

Skills

Underground drilling experience

Safety protocols

Training/mentoring

Reading construction prints

Communication/leadership

Travel willingness

OSHA/NCCER certifications

CDL license

Job description

Underground Operations Supervisor

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: United States - Dallas, OR

Reporting To: Ryan Dorsey

Description

At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people — a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking a highly motivated UG Operations Supervisor to oversee and support our in-house underground drilling crews. This role plays a critical part in ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across all UG operations in the region. In addition to daily field inspections, the role involves hands‑on training, coaching, and supporting new crew members to meet our performance and safety standards.

The position requires extensive travel—at least 80% of the time—within the region where the individual is assigned. A company vehicle and travel expenses will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Oversight: Supervise and inspect underground drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and project specifications;
• Training & Onboarding: Lead on-site training sessions for new and existing IH crews, focusing on best practices, proper equipment use, and safety procedures;
• Safety Compliance: Enforce company safety standards and conduct routine jobsite audits and toolbox talks;
• Quality Control: Review bore logs, restoration practices, potholing, and fiber/copper path integrity to ensure all work meets client and internal expectations;
• Problem-Solving: Act as first point of contact for field-level issues or delays, helping coordinate with operations and project management teams;
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of inspections, crew performance, and any field training activities. Provide reports to regional and department leads;
• Communication: Collaborate with Regional Directors, Foremen, and Project Managers to align on goals, expectations, and crew performance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 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).

Benefits

• Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision);
• Whole Life Insurance;
• 401k Plan;
• PTO/Paid Holidays;
• A supportive, safety-first company culture;
• Career Advancement Opportunities;
• The chance to make a real impact within a rapidly growing construction organization.