About Us 

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions. 

About The Role 

DBE Utility Services, a United Utility Services Company, is seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Representative- HDD / Open Cut Pipeline to oversee and uphold safety compliance on pipeline construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring all field operations meet regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices, with a strong focus on protecting personnel, equipment, and the environment.

DBE is an underground utilities company with its main headquarters located in Palm Beach County, FL and satellite office in Jacksonville, FL. We specialize in directional drilling, water, sewer, gas, fiber, and power.

Key Responsibilities 

• Monitor daily HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) and open cut pipeline activities for safety compliance
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards across all crews and subcontractors
• Lead daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning sessions
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare detailed reports
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices
• Perform regular inspections of company vehicles and equipment to ensure required safety equipment is present and maintained, and that cleanliness standards are upheld
• Coordinate emergency response procedures and drills
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and records
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all on-site safety concerns
• Ability to travel throughout South Georgia to the Florida Keys.

Key Qualifications 

• Minimum 3–5 years of safety experience in pipeline construction, HDD, or open cut operations
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and pipeline safety standards
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of trenching and trench shoring systems and safety practices
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER)
• Experience with trenching, excavation safety, and confined space procedures
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to stop work and enforce safety protocols when necessary
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to travel overnight and stay out of town for multiple days at a time

Key Nice-To-Haves 

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) 
• Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) 
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety. 

Key Info 

At United Utility, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We believe that our collective strength lies in our differences, and we celebrate the unique perspectives and talents each team member brings to our organization. 

If you are passionate about safety, driven by innovation, and ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry, we encourage you to join our team. Your expertise will help us build a safer, more sustainable future for all. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey at United Utility! 

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact 
Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.