Damage Prevention Specialist

Eversource Energy•Waterbury, CT

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Plans and performs a variety of technical and clerical assignments associated with the Damage Prevention function of gas facilities in an assigned geographic area of the Company. This role involves receiving, recording, and completing Call Before You Dig (CBYD) location requests, as well as locating and marking distribution facilities. The specialist will review Blasting Tickets and notify supervisors of the need for special monitoring of blasting activity. They will also monitor third-party construction for compliance with company policies and regulations, and use ticket processing systems to maintain documentation of work performed. Additionally, the role includes obtaining field data, preparing as-built sketches, examining gas service installations, and inspecting construction sites for compliance with CBYD laws and company standards. Attending pre-construction meetings with excavators to discuss construction scope and scale is also a responsibility. The specialist must perform facility locating to meet or exceed "At Fault Damage" performance targets.

Requirements

High school diploma or the equivalent (GED)
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Knowledge of engineering, construction and maintenance policies, procedures, and standards
Knowledge of applicable governmental codes and regulations affecting gas distribution
Knowledge of accounting and business procedures
Knowledge of environmental requirements as they affect operational activities
Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, operate computers and derive accurate mapping information from computer systems
Ability to operate electronic pipe locating equipment efficiently and accurately
Ability to communicate effectively
Must become a member of the union

Responsibilities

Receives, records and completes Call Before You Dig locations requests
Locates and marks out distribution facilities
Reviews Blasting Tickets, notifies immediate supervisor or local Area Maintenance Supervisor as to the need of special monitoring of blasting activity per Company Operating Policy and Standards regarding, Blasting jobs
Monitors progress of third-party construction in compliance with company Operations and Maintenance Policies as well as state and federal regulations
Uses ticket processing systems to create, update and maintain high quality documentation as to work performed to complete the CBYD ticket
Completes all tickets with proper documentation in the processing systems in a timely manner
Obtains field data and prepares as-built sketches on available systems to be used by mapping department to improve company facility records
Examines gas service installations for conformance to Company standards
Inspects Construction sites to ensure compliance with CBYD laws and Company Standards
Attend pre-construction meetings with excavators to discuss scope and scale of construction to enhance damage prevention as necessary
Perform locating of company facilities at a performance which annually meets or exceeds the “At Fault Damage” performance targets
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.