SEMCO - Damage Prevention Specialist

AltaGas Ltd. • Port Huron, MI

3d • $55,800 - $89,300

About The Position

The Damage Prevention Specialist schedules, plans, and dispatches Damage Prevention field assets in response to excavation activity. Monitors risk model output for locate requests and takes appropriate action. Actions include, but are not limited to, dispatching assets for stand by on critical assets, difficult locate assistance, and proactive patrolling. We are hiring for two open positions for this role — one located in Port Huron, MI, and one located in Holland, MI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required
• 3+ Years of experience is required
• Demonstrates ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, to share, retrieve, research and present business information
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the natural gas industry and work management principles
• Demonstrates working knowledge of mapping and documentation systems, and electronic locating equipment
• Demonstrates ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with business partners, supervisors and peers

Nice To Haves

• Experience in excavation damage prevention, natural gas operations, or work planning/dispatching is preferred
• Bi-lingual - Spanish language proficiency is preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch technicians, both internal and external, for workloads based on current excavation activity.
• Compile, track, and organize information from various sources and data systems for damage prevention daily activities. These sources include the Damage Prevention Risk Model, Opti main, WG facility mapping programs, WG Fleet tracking programs, and jurisdictional One Call Centers.
• Deliver Damage Prevention training to internal and external customers. Includes coordination with call centers and local damage prevention committees as needed.
• Provide support in the collection and documentation of WG damage data to meet various jurisdictional reporting requirements.
• Serve as a technical advisor on Damage Prevention practices.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current regulatory/jurisdictional code requirements related to Damage Prevention.
• May serve in a rotational on-call capacity to meet business needs.
• Perform documents and tracks electronic and field contract performance/quality audits.
• Receive, schedule, and maintain documentation associated with all Locate requests involving transmission pipe or blasting when used as a method of excavation.
• Compile and track documentation of ROW patrolling to meet various jurisdictional requirements.
• Other related duties, tasks, and projects as assigned

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary range of $55,800 - $89,300 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills.
• In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level