Damage Prevention Technician

<p><strong>Position Description:</strong><br><br>This position is an integral part of our Operations team and is responsible for protecting public safety and the integrity of physical pipeline assets. This is a field-based position, primarily working independently to locate and mark utility lines and respond to one-call tickets.  WhiteWater facilities include gas transmission pipeline with associated receipt and delivery meter stations.</p>

<p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p>

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<li>Prevent damage by locating, marking, flagging and reporting underground utilities such as electrical power lines, cables, gas and water lines, abandoned pipelines, telecom wires and sewer systems.</li>

<li>Maintain compliance records and appropriately document work performed including photographing each location upon completion.</li>

<li>Quickly interpret and respond to one-call tickets; and may review maps and other drawings as necessary.</li>

<li>Coordinate maintenance of all facilities and equipment performed by third parties, including pipeline right-of-way, excavation coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, etc.</li>

<li>Oversee construction and maintenance by third parties including inspection of one-call tickets. </li>

<li>Perform governmental compliance activities, such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections. </li>

<li>Participate in the development of O&M Procedures and Site-Specific Procedures.</li>

<li>Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements and complete all applicable documentation and record keeping </li>

<li>Communicate status updates, issues and pipeline and maintenance activity to appropriate personnel and represent the Company when communicating with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One-Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, etc.) </li>

<li>Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed.</li>

<li>Other duties as required.</li>

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<p><strong>Requirements & Qualifications: </strong></p>

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<li>High School Diploma, or equivalent</li>

<li>At least 2 years of related experience</li>

<li>Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements</li>

<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills</li>

<li>Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies</li>

<li>Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.</li>

<li>Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines</li>

<li>Ability to work in changing climate conditions</li>

<li>Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules</li>

<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required</li>

<li>Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.</li>

<li>Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required</li>

<li>Willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Sealy, TX.</li>

<li>Must be able to complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce prior to performing responsibilities of this position.</li>

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<p><strong>Benefits</strong>: This position is Full-Time based out of our Sealy, TX office.  Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.</p>