Damage Prevention Technician

WhiteWater Midstream•Sealy, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This field-based position is part of the Operations team and is responsible for protecting public safety and the integrity of physical pipeline assets. The technician primarily works independently to locate and mark utility lines and respond to one-call tickets. WhiteWater facilities include gas transmission pipelines and associated receipt and delivery meter stations. The position is based out of the Sealy, Texas office, with travel as required by location and workload, including occasional nights and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of related experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various operating systems, and ability to perform basic math.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays, and respond to call-outs and emergencies.
Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high- and low-pressure systems, and ability to follow personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, maintain required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English.
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 75 pounds; work in tight spaces; and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
Willingness to live within approximately 50 miles of Sealy, Texas.
Ability to complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce before performing the position's responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Prevent damage by locating, marking, flagging, and reporting underground utilities, including electrical power lines, cables, gas and water lines, abandoned pipelines, telecom wires, and sewer systems.
Maintain compliance records and document work performed, including photographing each location upon completion.
Interpret and respond promptly to one-call tickets, reviewing maps and other drawings as necessary.
Coordinate third-party maintenance of facilities and equipment, including pipeline rights-of-way, excavation, pipeline coating and backfilling, concrete work, painting, and building erection.
Oversee third-party construction and maintenance, including inspection of one-call tickets.
Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrols, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections.
Participate in developing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Procedures and Site-Specific Procedures.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and company tariff requirements; complete applicable documentation and recordkeeping.
Communicate status updates, issues, and pipeline and maintenance activity to appropriate personnel.
Represent the company when communicating with landowners and tenants, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings, including One-Call, Pipeline Groups, and Soil Conservation meetings.
Travel as needed, including occasional nights and weekends.
Perform other duties as required.