Damage Prevention Operator

ONEOK•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$68,000 - $102,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field based pipeline Damage Prevention Program. Perform in the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. Respond to calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation. Provide area Emergency Response support in applicable Incident Command structures. The selected candidate will also assist with operations duties as needed.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma required
DOT Operator Qualified in applicable tasks required
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers
Ability to work in stressful and changing environmental conditions
Ability to work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions
Ability to use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e-mail, and access information posted on the Company’s intranet
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system.
Ability to follow instructions or standard procedures
Ability to compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives
Ability to deal with complex issues which require substantial analysis or independent judgment
Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)
Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)
Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel within the Fountain/Colorado Springs area
Some overnight travel (25%) required
Based on assigned tasks, employee will be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

A college degree or two year degree from an accredited vocational/technical school preferred
At least three years related work experience preferred
A working knowledge of refined and crude product characteristics
Experience in pipeline construction preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform Damage Prevention and Public Education activities as prescribed in System Integrity Plan (SIP) Elements.
Safely and effectively perform damage prevention and public education tasks and procedures, while professionally and positively representing the Company to the community and other stakeholder groups.
Ensure One Calls, line locates, and Aerial Patrol activities are performed and/or completed in specified timeframes.
Proactively work with One Call group to improve performance measures in mapping, county notes, and field cleared tickets.
Respond to after-hour calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation.
Address basic real estate/right of way issues and encroachments by proactively working with Company Real Estate representatives and Tulsa subject matter experts.
Research, and stay current in, industry Damage Prevention and Common Ground Alliance best practices and regularly report findings for incorporation into Company standards and procedures for process improvement.
Be knowledgeable of state one call laws.
Participate in developing and describing steps required to safely complete an effective Job Plan.
Assist in maintaining inspections, licensing and maintenance of vehicles and equipment in the Vehicle and Driver training programs.
Maintain all documentation, permits, and other work records in an organized manner for the required retention time.
Participate on the facility emergency response team, providing support in applicable Incident Command structures.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements and implement them into location work practices.
Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
Assist Operations with general maintenance duties, including line pigging, as directed by the supervisor.
Monitor product movements in to and out of the terminal and/or station via unloading skid, or main line, including: mainline operations, transferring product to storage vessels; making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment; measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances.
Input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections.
Assist drivers and customers, perform truck rack operations duties.

Benefits

401(k) Plan
Annual Incentive Plan
Pay Practices: Paid Time-Off, Military Pay, Holiday Pay, Floating Holidays, Other
Health Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance, Supplemental, and AD&D Insurances
Employee Assistance Program
Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Accommodations: Lactation Rooms, Workplace Accommodations