Area Supervisor

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc.
was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks.
Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location.
Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market.
We also perform Inspection work/services on utility project throughout the United States.
AREA SUPERVISOR - LOCATE STATUS: Full Time, Employee RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: Experience in locating required and supervisor experience required Reports to: Regional Supervisor Locating Services Direct Reports: Locate Technicians JOB SUMMARY: Monitoring tickets throughout each day on the Northern Lights portal and trading/moving them as needed to accommodate volume and efficiency Locate a designated area or where help is needed to regulate volume and maintain customer quality Assist with monthly field and computer audits as directed by the Regional Supervisor Monitoring hours through Clock Shark each day Thoroughly read emails, checking emails/text messages often, acknowledge and follow up on emails that are sent to you Keep your phone on you and be available 24/7 with assistance Supervise locators / handle personnel issues with assistance from management and HR (as needed) Timecard Review and approval Sunday evenings via email to the Regional Supervisor Coordination of vacation schedules Support team members with daily issues/concerns Maintain and boost morale with locators in the field Locate in areas that need assistance or troubled specific locates Determine the working hours of locators so that ticket volume can be managed.
Assist with shooting difficult locates – “schedule and assist with Meet-up”.
Responsible for equipment calibration and documentation of calibration.
First level – damage/damage reports initial documentation Training new locators Support safety initiatives per company policy JOB REQUIREMENTS Attention to Detail Willingness to Travel (75% +) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Expertise in the locating industry Ability to maintain a consistent teamwork mentality.
Knowledge of Northern Lights policies.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Able to pass a drug screen Must have a valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Self-motivated and able to learn quickly Team-oriented and have exemplary character Safety focused Strong Communication NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS: Competitive pay Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.
Affordable benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance 401(k) Plan – with match!