Utility Locate Supervisor at LAKE SUPERIOR CONSULTING

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Utility Locate Supervisor to join our growing team!

Location: St Paul, Cottage Grove, Hastings, Rosemount, Apple Valley, South St Paul, Woodbury, Lakeland, Afton, Eagan or surrounding areas

Lake Superior Consulting (LSC) is seeking a Utility Locating Supervisor to join our growing team!

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team that provides utility locating and leak detection services critical to the safety and reliability of our clients’ infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide operations, drive quality and safety, and ensure field teams deliver exceptional results every day.

At LSC, you’ll be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where people genuinely care about one another and the work we do. We’re proud of our strong team dynamic, open communication, and shared commitment to doing the right thing for our clients, our communities, and each other.

What You’ll Do

In this key leadership position, you will:

• Lead and oversee field operations for utility locating and leak detection services.
• Supervise and support field leads, technicians, and crews to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on time.
• Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Collaborate with schedulers, other supervisors, and business lines to efficiently staff and manage projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client specifications, and federal and industry regulations.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings and champion a culture of health, safety, and quality.
• Review project data, safety documentation, and quality reports from initiation through closeout.
• Manage budgets, operating plans, and resource allocation to maintain efficiency and profitability.
• Partner with internal teams and clients to resolve field issues, improve workflows, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Participate in the hiring, onboarding, and field training of new employees.
• Assist in locates within your area when needed.
  
  
  

What You Bring

• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility line locating and/or leak detection (required).
• Supervisory or crew leadership experience (required).
• Strong understanding of utility locating equipment, methods, and techniques.
• Familiarity with leak detection and underground facility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of utility permitting and applicable safety regulations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing and leading teams with a focus on performance and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to travel up to 25–40% as needed.
• Project management experience and business development exposure a plus.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor environment and traverse rugged terrain.
• Must be able to travel to offsite locations for extended periods.
• Frequent standing and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs).
• Exposure to various weather conditions (heat, cold, precipitation).
• Ability to work extended hours when project schedules require.
  
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working at LSC

At Lake Superior Consulting, you’ll join a team known for collaboration, integrity, and a great culture where people take pride in their work and enjoy what they do.

We offer:

• Training: We're invested in your development from day one.
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card: All work-related expenses are covered, so you can focus on the job.
• Technology & Equipment: You’ll be equipped with a company laptop and tools that are reliable and ready for the field.
• 401(k) with Company Match: We’ll help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) with a 6% company match.
• Weekend & Holiday: Earn extra money on the weekend or on a company holiday.
• Great benefits including: dental, vision insurance; company paid life, short/long term disability coverage; paid time off (PTO); 12 paid holidays per year and tuition reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing organization
• A culture that values safety, innovation, and teamwork
• The chance to make an impact on critical energy infrastructure
  
  
  

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $30-$35 per hour.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  
  

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.