Underground Utility Maintenance Supervisor/Foreman

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KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking an experienced Underground Utility Maintenance Supervisor to join our Calgary-based team. We’re looking for a strong field leader with hands-on experience in underground utility maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation. This role will lead crews to complete maintenance and repair work on existing underground infrastructure, with a focus on safe execution, efficient troubleshooting, and minimizing disruption to surrounding operations and the public.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and supervise crews completing underground utility maintenance and repair work.


• Coordinate daily activities, manpower, equipment, materials, and site requirements.


• Oversee the maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation of existing water, sanitary, and storm systems.


• Troubleshoot underground utility issues and determine practical repair solutions in the field.


• Coordinate emergency and planned utility repairs, including watermain breaks, service repairs, sewer issues, and damaged infrastructure.


• Safely coordinate excavation and exposure of existing utilities.


• Read and interpret utility drawings, locates, grades, specifications, and project requirements.


• Work around active and existing utility systems while minimizing service interruptions.


• Coordinate with operators, labourers, subcontractors, municipalities, inspectors, and other site personnel.


• Ensure repairs and installations meet applicable specifications and quality standards.


• Monitor crew productivity and keep maintenance and repair work progressing efficiently.


• Complete required daily documentation and communicate work progress, issues, and repair requirements to management.


• Promote and enforce safe work practices, including requirements related to excavation, trenching, confined spaces, and working around existing utilities.


• Mentor crew members and maintain a productive, respectful team environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Underground Foreman/Supervisor or Lead Hand in Underground Utility construction.


• Strong hands-on experience with water, sanitary, and storm utility maintenance and repair.


• Experience troubleshooting and repairing existing underground infrastructure.


• Strong knowledge of City of Calgary Utility Specifications.


• Strong knowledge of excavation, trenching, utility locating, shoring, bedding, backfill, and compaction.


• Ability to read construction and utility drawings and understand grades and elevations.


• Experience working safely around active underground utilities.


• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to respond effectively when unexpected conditions or utility issues are encountered in the field.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate with crews, clients, municipalities, and the public.


• Valid driver's licence.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and meet the physical demands of underground utility work.

What we are Offering

• Competitive wage based on experience and qualifications


• Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1


• Professional development and training opportunities


• Career advancement opportunities within a growing civil construction company


• Collaborative and supportive team environment


• A strong safety-first culture where employees are valued and supported

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.