Specialist II, Damage Protection

Liberty Utilities•Columbus, GA

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About The Position

The Damage Prevention Specialist II is responsible for investigating excavation-related damage to Liberty’s subsurface installations and identifying and marking utility locations to minimize damage and service disruptions. The role helps implement the company’s Damage Prevention Program through patrols, utility locates, construction and excavation inspections, and proactive outreach to excavators, public works departments, agricultural professionals, handymen, homeowners, and other parties. The position has leadership responsibilities and may act as a supervisor. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring 30–50% travel within Liberty’s service territory. The employee must be willing to work overtime, respond to emergency callouts, and be on standby. Travel to other districts may be required, including overnight stays and weekend work. Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. Its parent company, Liberty, provides energy and water solutions. The company emphasizes customer focus, sustainability, community partnerships, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Five years of utility or related experience in damage prevention, public safety, and/or investigations.
Two or more years of experience conducting complex investigations.
Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
Ability and determination to work safely.
Willingness to travel 30–50% of the time within Liberty’s service territory.
Willingness to work overtime, respond to emergency callouts, and be on standby.
Willingness to travel to other districts as required, including possible overnight stays and weekend work.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Investigate all excavation-related damages, document findings, and report violations.
Locate and mark facilities before and during excavations in accordance with the Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures.
Conduct patrols, locates, and construction and excavation inspections as part of the Damage Prevention Program.
Coordinate local Damage Prevention and Public Awareness activities.
Provide oversight and inspections to protect assets and ensure compliance with Company procedures for excavation near pipeline facilities.
Represent the Company in interactions with landowners and tenants, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings and groups.
Train and oversee company and third-party personnel as required.
Perform governmental compliance activities involving PHMSA, state agencies, EPA, and other authorities.
Perform mapping, recordkeeping, and data-entry duties in accordance with Company policies.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Participate in safety programs and initiatives and contribute to the development of O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Complete applicable documentation and recordkeeping and perform work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and Company tariff requirements.
Develop a deep understanding and proficiency with Georgia 811 law.
Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
Deal with a wide variety of people tactfully, courteously, and professionally.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work overtime as required and respond to emergency callouts and standby requirements.
Travel to other areas or districts as business needs require, potentially including overnight stays and weekend work.