Field Construction Coordinator Senior - Damage Prevention

Oncor•Ft Worth, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. The Field Construction Coordinator Sr. is responsible for coordinating with Oncor locate contractors, excavators, and call center (Texas 811) to efficiently and safely locate underground facilities to minimize outage times, minimize Oncor’s costs associated with dig-ins, and maximize reliability and successful claims. This position is based out of our West Distribution Operations Center (WDOC) in Fort Worth and being on call is a requirement for this role.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of locating techniques
Understanding of electrical connectivity
Understanding of excavation techniques
Ability to lead/coordinate work for a group
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Knowledge of safe work practices relating to confined space entry, trench safety, and Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
5 or more years of directly related experience is required

Nice To Haves

Distribution and Locating experience in the Electric Utility Industry is encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of Oncor employees, contractors, public, and themselves while on site
Responsible for performing damage investigations on damaged Oncor underground facilities, determining fault, and documenting the findings for the Metro Dallas Fort Worth area (By phone in non-metro areas)
Acts as a liaison between Oncor and around 300 locate contract employees, supervisors, and managers to ensure all issues are resolved in a timely manner (This includes, but is not limited to providing as-built prints, emergency locates, and field audits)
Responsible for resolving all locate issues between Oncor, the public, locate contractors, and excavators for the Metro Dallas Fort Worth area (By phone in non-metro areas)
Works closely with Oncor Claims and legal departments by providing subject matter expertise and documentation needed to settle and/or resolve claims on damaged underground facilities (This may include depositions and court testimony)
Works closely with contract locate company claims department to limit the amount of denied claims
Responsible for notifying United States Infrastructure Company (USIC) of dig/in
Research and resolve in a timely manner any late or no response tickets for all parties including but not limited to contract locate company, Texas 811, and excavators
Responsible for the update and accuracy of the Optimal Claims Recovery (OCR) database
Performs field inspections of overhead and underground facilities when requested
Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements

Benefits

Annual incentive program
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
401k match for student debt program
Cash balance pension plan
Adoption Assistance
Mental health resources
Employee resource groups
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays
Paid parental leave
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan