Damage Prevention Technician

The role

You will locate, mark and flag underground utility lines and respond to one-call tickets to prevent damage. The role is field-based and mostly independent, and includes compliance records and coordination of third-party work on pipeline facilities.

What you will do

• Locate, mark, flag and report underground utilities such as power lines, cables, gas and water lines, abandoned pipelines, telecom wires and sewer systems
• Maintain compliance records and photograph each location upon completion
• Interpret and respond to one-call tickets, reviewing maps and drawings as needed
• Coordinate maintenance and construction by third parties, including inspection of one-call tickets
• Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections
• Participate in developing O&M Procedures and Site-Specific Procedures
• Communicate status updates and represent the Company with landowners, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings
• Other duties as required

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 2 years of related experience
• Valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and basic math
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high/low pressure systems; follow PPE guidelines
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Ability to work with a team, take direction, keep schedules, focus on details and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English
• Lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.; work in tight spaces and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways
• Complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce before performing the job's responsibilities

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Other benefit offerings

Before you apply

• Must complete Operator Qualification through Veriforce before performing the job's responsibilities
• Must be willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Cotulla, TX

About the company

WhiteWater's Operations team protects public safety and the integrity of physical pipeline assets. WhiteWater facilities include gas transmission pipeline with associated receipt and delivery meter stations.