5+ years of hands-on experience in underground drilling operations
Strong understanding of HDD, potholing, utility locates, and safety protocols
Preferred experience in training or mentoring UG crews
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
Supervise and inspect underground drilling operations for safety and quality compliance
Lead on-site training for new and existing crews on best practices and safety
Enforce safety standards through routine audits and toolbox talks
Review bore logs and practices to ensure quality meets client expectations
Act as primary contact for resolving field-level issues
Maintain accurate records of inspections and crew performance
Collaborate with team leaders to align on goals and expectations
Benefits
Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision)
Whole Life Insurance
401k Plan
PTO/Paid Holidays
Supportive, safety-first company culture
Career Advancement Opportunities
Opportunity to make a real impact in a rapidly growing construction organization
Full Job Description
Underground Operations Supervisor
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: United States - Portland, OR
Reporting To: Ryan Dorsey
Description
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.
