Damage Prevention Specialist

Eversource Energy•Norwalk, CT

23h

About The Position

Plans and performs technical and clerical assignments associated with the Damage Prevention function for gas facilities in an assigned geographic area. The role processes Call Before You Dig (CBYD) requests, locates and marks distribution facilities, monitors third-party construction, documents completed work, and supports the accuracy of facility records. Specialists may work from various AWC locations to provide coverage and may be moved between work centers as business needs require. The position is union-represented, and employees in the role are required to become union members. It is categorized as safety-sensitive for drug-testing purposes; applicants moving from a non-safety-sensitive position are subject to a pre-assignment drug test. The scheduled straight-time workweek is Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday, with shifts starting between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. After-hours extension-of-day coverage for CBYD, damage prevention, and emergency locates may be assigned through an overtime list. Emergency response is part of every employee’s role, and employees may be called to assist during emergencies outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location. In the take-home vehicle pilot program, specialists are expected to be at their first location at shift start and are paid until the end of their shift, but not for the drive home. Arrangements may be discussed with a supervisor the prior evening when workload or scheduling requires them.

Requirements

High school diploma or 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 affecting operational activities.
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

Receive, record, and complete Call Before You Dig location requests; locate and mark distribution facilities.
Review blasting tickets and notify the immediate supervisor or local Area Maintenance Supervisor when special monitoring of blasting activity is needed under company policies and standards.
Monitor third-party construction for compliance with company Operations and Maintenance Policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
Use ticket-processing systems to create, update, and maintain high-quality, timely documentation of work performed to complete CBYD tickets.
Obtain field data and prepare as-built sketches in available systems for the mapping department to improve company facility records.
Examine gas service installations for conformance with company standards.
Inspect construction sites for compliance with CBYD laws and company standards.
Attend pre-construction meetings with excavators to discuss construction scope and scale and enhance damage prevention as needed.
Locate company facilities at a performance level that annually meets or exceeds the “At Fault Damage” performance targets.
Provide after-hours extension-of-day coverage for CBYD, damage prevention, and emergency locates as assigned.
Assist with emergency restoration when called, potentially outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.