Top 16 utility manager Jobs in york county sc

Manager of Utility Locate Operations
Ripple Fiber —Charlotte, NC
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Office
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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GIS Account Manager – Utilities, Telecom, Rail
ESRI —Charlotte, NC
- $93,600 - $176,800 a year
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Sr. GIS Account Manager – Utilities, Telecom, Rail
ESRI —Charlotte, NC
- $114,400 - $218,400 a year
- Research
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
GIS Sales Team Lead – Utilities
ESRI —Charlotte, NC
- $114,400 - $197,600 a year
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Sr. GIS Partner Manager - Utilities, Telecom, Rail
ESRI —Charlotte, NC
- $107,120 - $182,104 a year
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
SUE Supervisor
Colliers Engineering & Design —Charlotte, NC
- Weekends as needed
- English
- 8 years
- Travel
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Regional Underground Locating Manager
AGILE SOURCING PARTNERS LLC —Charlotte, NC
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Technician/Field Engineer (Future Territory Manager)
Infinity TSD —Belmont, NC
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Engineering Manager: Utility Structures- Nucor Towers & Structures
Nucor Towers & Structures Inc —Rock Hill, SC
- Management
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
8d
Engineering Manager - Energy & Utilities (OSP/SUE)
Farnsworth Group —Charlotte, NC
- Online Application
- Office
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Sr. Project Manager – W/WW Transmission and Utilities
Freese and Nichols —Charlotte, NC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- 8 years
- Team management
Utility Safety & Training Manager- Remote
ResponsAble Staffing —United States
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Driving
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Lead Blade Repair Technician
Darwin Recruitment —United States
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Mentoring
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Manager of Utility Locate Operations

Ripple Fiber -
Charlotte, NC

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Job Details

$90,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Team leadership
Operations coordination planning
Data analytics technologies

Full Job Description

Manager of Utility Locate Operations | Ripple Fiber

We are looking for a Manager of Utility Locate Operations to join our growing team.

About Ripple Fiber

At Ripple Fiber, we deliver more than high-speed internet. We’re creating a ripple effect by producing opportunities and brighter futures for the residents of the communities we serve. Join America’s most innovative, industry-leading fiber internet company, and help shape the future.

We believe the biggest wave starts as a ripple.

About our culture

We are a dynamic, fast-growing, and innovative company driven by ambitious self-starters with entrepreneurial mindsets. Our fast-paced environment fosters creativity, collaboration, and initiative. We are people-centric, placing strong emphasis on employee experience, career growth, and professional development.

About the role

The Manager of Utility Locate Operations is responsible for leading large-scale underground utility locating operations supporting state 811 ticket systems. This role oversees high-volume locate programs (typically 100,000+ tickets annually) and manages teams of utility locators, supervisors, and support staff to ensure safe, accurate, and timely completion of locate requests.

The manager is accountable for operational performance, workforce planning, safety compliance, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction while meeting strict state damage-prevention laws and service-level agreements (SLAs). This role requires strong leadership, operational analytics, and the ability to manage high-demand ticket environments across multiple territories and states.

Responsibilities:

Operations & Ticket Management

Oversee daily operations of the locate department handling 100,000+ 811 locate tickets annually.
Ensure all tickets are completed within required state response timelines and company SLAs.
Manage ticket distribution, routing, and workload balancing across field teams.
Monitor backlog, emergency tickets, and high-priority infrastructure projects.
Optimize territory coverage to reduce travel time and increase locator productivity.
Utilize ticket management platforms and analytics to forecast workload and staffing needs.

Workforce Leadership & Staffing

Manage and develop a team of 15–30 utility locators, field supervisors, 3rd party contractors and administrative staff.
Responsible for hiring, training, and performance management of locate personnel.
Establish clear productivity expectations and performance standards.
Conduct field ride-alongs, coaching sessions, and periodic performance evaluations.
Implement retention strategies and career development pathways for locators.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure full compliance with state damage prevention laws, OSHA safety standards, and company policies.
Lead incident investigations related to utility damages, near-misses, and safety violations.
Conduct routine field audits to verify safe locating practices.
Maintain safety culture through training programs, safety meetings, and hazard mitigation.

Quality Assurance & Damage Prevention

Maintain high locate accuracy standards through routine audits and quality inspections.
Track and reduce damage ratios and re-mark requests.
Implement corrective action plans when quality metrics fall below targets.
Coordinate with utility owners and contractors to resolve damage investigations.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

Serve as primary operational contact for utility clients, municipalities, and contractors.
Manage escalations related to missed locates, damages, or service disruptions.
Participate in damage prevention councils and regional utility coordination meetings.
Support new client onboarding and territory expansion initiatives.

Data Analytics & Reporting

Track operational metrics and performance indicators using locate management systems.
Provide weekly and monthly reports to senior leadership.
Analyze ticket trends, seasonal spikes, and infrastructure project impacts.
Develop operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs per ticket.

Operational Scale Expectations

Typical operational scope includes:

Annual Ticket Volume: 100,000 – 250,000+ tickets
Daily Ticket Volume: 400 – 1,000 tickets per day
Field Staff Managed: 15 – 30 locators
Territory Coverage: Multi-county & multi-state regions
Utilities Located: Fiber Optic Network- But need to have experience locating electric, gas, telecom, water, sewer

Required Qualifications:

5–10 years experience in underground utility locating, damage prevention, or related field operations
3+ years leadership experience managing field teams
Strong understanding of 811 systems and state damage prevention laws
Experience managing high-volume ticket operations
Strong analytical, leadership, and operational planning skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-demand environments

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing 100k+ annual locate ticket operations
Familiarity with major locate management systems (KorTerra, Line-Scape, etc.)
GIS or mapping experience
OSHA safety training or industry certifications
Experience supporting fiber expansion or large infrastructure projects

Leadership Competencies

Successful candidates demonstrate:

Operational discipline and process management
Strong team leadership and coaching ability
Data-driven decision making
Conflict resolution and customer relationship management
Safety-first mindset

Work Environment

Combination of office leadership and field oversight
Frequent travel across service territories
Occasional after-hours or weekend coordination for emergency tickets
Exposure to outdoor environments during field audits

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and a supportive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference and being part of a community-focused company, Ripple Fiber is the place for you.

Ripple Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Ripple Fiber is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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