Underground Operations Supervisor

Utilities One Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction organization is seeking a highly motivated UG Operations Supervisor to oversee underground drilling crews. This role includes ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across operations, with extensive travel required. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in underground drilling and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive, safety-first company culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in underground drilling operations.
• Strong understanding of HDD, potholing, utility locates, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect underground drilling operations for compliance.
• Lead on-site training sessions for new and existing crews.
• Enforce company safety standards and conduct routine audits.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

OSHA 10/30 Certification

NCCER Certification

Job description

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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.

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
  
  
  

Requirements

• 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

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits;
• Opportunities for professional growth and development;
• A supportive, safety-first company culture;
• The chance to make a real impact within a rapidly growing construction organization

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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