Underground Operations Supervisor

Description

• Communication: Collaborate with Regional Directors, Foremen, and Project Managers to align on goals, expectations, and crew performance.
• 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;
• Training & Onboarding: Lead on-site training sessions for new and existing IH crews, focusing on best practices, proper equipment use, and safety procedures;
• Daily Oversight: Supervise and inspect underground drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and project specifications;
• Safety Compliance: Enforce company safety standards and conduct routine jobsite audits and toolbox talks;
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of inspections, crew performance, and any field training activities. Provide reports to regional and department leads;

Requirements

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

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance