Atlanta Gas Light Locator

Southern Company•Atlanta, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to protect company assets from damage by locating underground Company facilities in response to notices of excavation. This is an operational role that requires ensuring compliance is maintained with state, federal and corporate pipeline safety regulations, and standards for Southern Company Gas (SCG) and subsidiaries. This is a bargaining unit position.

Requirements

Knowledge of natural gas utility locating
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Operator Qualified in accordance with Company Plan: the ability to obtain within required timeline
Knowledge and experience with natural gas pipeline systems
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of easement and Georgia Underground Facilities Protection Act (GUFPA)
Associate’s degree or other technical certification or training related to the utility industry
One year of underground utility locating experience
Experience with various types of locate equipment (Vivax, Radio Detection, Metro-tech, or equivalent)
Gas infrastructure locating experience
Asset Protection/Damage Prevention OQ’s

Responsibilities

Follow company procedures and jurisdictional mandates for locating natural gas facilities in the Atlanta Gas Light service territory.
Communicate, schedule, and complete natural gas locates for excavators working in Georgia.
Photo document natural gas locates.
Communicate damage prevention best practices to the Georgia excavating community.
Conducts education sessions with locate contractors, excavators, landowners, and homeowners regarding protecting assets.
Stand by when any work is being performed on or near SCGs High Profile facilities by 3rd party excavators.
Monitor and follow-up on daily ticket load to prevent future damage.
Operate and carry locating equipment.
Operate a laptop computer.
Use small tools. (hammer, screwdriver, shovel, pliers, and wrenches).
Read and comprehend physical and electronic maps.
Verify any existing marks on company mains and services.
Utilize equipment to identify the location of the company mains and services.