Virginia - Lynchburg Area Supervisor in Gretna, Virginia at Cable Protection Services Inc

We are seeking a Utility Locating Supervisor to lead, direct, and support a field team of utility locators. In this role, you will ensure high standards of safety, quality, and accuracy in detecting, marking, and electronically documenting underground utilities (water, gas, electric, telecommunications, and sewer lines). You will be the field subject matter expert, maintaining compliance with state regulations and 811 One-Call system guidelines while mentoring locators to protect critical infrastructure.

• Field Supervision & Leadership: Direct daily field operations, conduct site visits, audit locator quality, and perform line-check investigations to minimize utility damages.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to safe work practices, company standard operating procedures (SOPs), state regulations, and 811 One-Call guidelines.

• Team Development: Train, mentor, and evaluate new and existing field locators. Oversee performance management and continuous field training.

• Equipment & Tech Management: Oversee the proper use, maintenance, and calibration of field technology (EM locators, GPR, tracer wires, transmitters/receivers, and electronic documentation software).

• Schedule & On-Call Coordination: Manage team shift schedules, overtime allocations, and the rotating after-hours/on-call response roster.

• Experience: 2–3+ years of experience in underground utility locating (or closely related field construction), with demonstrated supervisory or lead experience preferred.

• Licensing: Valid RealID driver's license with a safe driving record.

• Physical Capabilities:

  • Ability to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions, including standing, walking over uneven terrain, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 55 lbs routinely.

  • Ability to carry 3–15 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods and routinely work with arms above shoulder level.

  • Ability to distinguish colors (critical for reading underground utility color codes and wiring).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with computers, smartphones, standard computer keyboards/mice, and digital ticketing/mapping platforms.

• Availability: Willingness to work overtime, participate in a rotating on-call/after-hours schedule, and travel regionally as needed.

• Screening: Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.

• Financial Protection: Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) program with direct company matching.

• Perks & Bonuses: Quarterly, Anniversary, Birthday, and Christmas performance bonuses.

• Company Logistics: Paid training program, paid travel expenses, and a company take-home vehicle with a fuel card.

• Equipment & Support: Provided uniform attire, personal safety gear, cell phone allowance or company phone, and cellular service discounts.

• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer.