Damage Prevention Tech | Sodus, NY (DOT)

ACRT•Sodus, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Bermex, Inc. is hiring a Certified Damage Prevention Technician to help protect safety and quality while driving, parking, and auditing marked gas lines. The position involves regular visits to third-party excavation sites and construction zones, handing out educational and public-awareness materials, and collecting information with a handheld tablet or another collection device. The technician completes assigned work orders, communicates with dispatchers and management, and reports questions, issues, and equipment or vehicle problems as needed. The work requires substantial physical activity and takes place in a wide variety of weather conditions. The role reports to the Operations Lead and pays $18 per hour. Drug and alcohol testing is required, including testing under Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas lines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
One year of continuous work with the same employer, and/or at least six months of outdoor work.
Drug and alcohol testing is required.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills and professionalism.
Strong organizational skills.
Safety-focused approach.
Customer-service focus.
Excellent critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

Comply with Code Rule 753 and promote safe excavation practices.
Follow applicable utility, state, and federal damage-prevention guidelines and company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
Wear assigned personal protective equipment and company uniform, and participate in safety meetings.
Visit third-party excavation sites and construction zones regularly and distribute educational and public-awareness materials.
Collect data using a handheld tablet or other collection device.
Complete work orders on assigned dates and travel to sites as needed.
Communicate courteously and professionally with customers and employees.
Provide regular, timely reports and documentation to management, and escalate issues or questions to the Supervisor when necessary.
Maintain satisfactory attendance and keep the assigned vehicle clean.
Report equipment and vehicle issues immediately and communicate with dispatchers.
Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

Group health plans, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, and other coverage options.
Company-paid group life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account option with company match.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members.
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan at no cost.
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid holidays.
Veterans Day paid time off for veterans.