Damage Prevention Technician - Sr Damage Prevention Techician

Atmos Energy

Paducah, KYFull-time$7.25/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$7.25/hr

Location

Paducah, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Minimum Operator Qualifications (OQs)Classroom Training For PositionValid Driver's License

Job overview

Atmos Energy is hiring a Damage Prevention Technician - Sr Damage Prevention Techician. The Damage Prevention Technician accurately locates and marks company facilities, reads and interprets system maps, and works with crews and contractors to prevent damage. This role investigates natural gas facility damages, maintains relationships with excavators and municipalities, and ensures the accuracy of company maps and records. The technician also completes reports, assists with other operations functions, and is responsible for the safe operation of assigned company vehicles and equipment.

Key focus areas include Accurately locate and mark company facilities (transmission & distribution systems, service lines, & other facilities), Read and interpret system maps, and Work with Company crews and outside contractors to be available for any needed re-marking to prevent damage.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED, 2+ Years Natural Gas Experience, and Operator Qualifications (OQs). Important skills include Locating And Marking Company Facilities, Reading And Interpreting System Maps, Conducting Investigations Of Natural Gas Facility Damages, Maintaining Working Relationships With Excavators, Maintaining Working Relationships With Municipalities, and Maintaining Working Relationships With Company Personnel.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Locating and Marking Company FacilitiesReading and Interpreting System MapsConducting Investigations of Natural Gas Facility DamagesMaintaining Working Relationships With ExcavatorsMaintaining Working Relationships With MunicipalitiesMaintaining Working Relationships With Company PersonnelReporting Suspected DamagesEnsuring Accuracy of Company Maps and RecordsCompleting and Maintaining Accurate Records and ReportsAssisting Operations FunctionsPerforming C&M and Service WorkIdentifying Safety IssuesAddressing Safety IssuesReporting Safety IssuesIdentifying Encroachment IssuesAddressing Encroachment IssuesReporting Encroachment IssuesSafe Operation of Company VehiclesInspection of Company VehiclesSafe Operation of EquipmentInspection of EquipmentAdhering to Company ValuesAdhering to Company StrategiesAdhering to Company PoliciesAdhering to Company ProceduresExhibiting AtmoSpiritExhibiting Customer ServiceExhibiting SafetyExhibiting Code of ConductFamiliarity With Safety ManualCreating a Safe Working EnvironmentMaintaining a Safe Working EnvironmentCompleting Required Safety TrainingUnderstanding Company OperationsCommunicationPersuasionInfluenceStrong Interpersonal SkillsUtilizing Company's Internet/Intranet Web SiteTaking Digital PhotosUploading Digital PhotosUtilizing Available Systems for Data EntryAcute Sense of SightAcute Sense of HearingStrong Sense of Smell

Qualifications

High School Diploma/G.E.D.2 Years Experience in Natural Gas2 Years Experience in Damage Prevention Activities2 Years Experience in Service2 Years Experience in Construction and Maintenance2 Years Experience in Pipeline OperationsMinimum Operator Qualifications (OQs)Classroom Training for PositionValid Driver's LicenseAbility to Lift Tools, Equipment and Materials Up to 45 PoundsPre-Employment Drug TestingPost-Employment Drug Testing

Full job description

Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION

Primary Duties

Accurately locates and marks company facilities (transmission & distribution systems, service lines, & other facilities).
Reads and interprets system maps.
Works with Company crews and outside contractors to be available for any needed re-marking to prevent damage.
Conducts investigations of natural gas facility damages to determine root causes.
Maintains working relationship with area excavators, municipalities, and Company personnel responsible for excavation activities. Reports any suspected damages to our system.
Ensures the accuracy of Company maps and records as they relate to damage prevention.
Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.
Assists other operations functions as needed and may perform C&M and Service work when not performing damage prevention duties.
May be required to hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extensive hours.
Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company values, strategies, policies and procedures and exhibits the core values of AtmoSpirit, Customer Service, Safety and the Code of Conduct both as an individual contributor, team member and/or leader of others.
Must become familiar with the contents of the Safety Manual, live by the spirit of its intent and become involved in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Must complete all required safety training.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Educational/Experience Level:

A general educational knowledge acquired through a high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years experience in natural gas, damage prevention activities, service, construction and maintenance, and/or pipeline operations. Requires a thorough understanding of Company operations.

Certificates, Licenses, etc.:

Must obtain and maintain minimum Operator Qualifications (OQs) and classroom training for position and any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications within six months. Requires valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards.

Communication Skills:

Requires the ability to communicate, persuade and/or influence internal and/or external customers. Must have strong interpersonal skills.

Computer Skills:

Requires ability to utilize the Company's internet/intranet web site, take and upload digital photos of marking activity to each line locate ticket, and utilize all available systems for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks.

Work Conditions:

Works outdoors in all types of weather and may be exposed to extremes of climate and temperatures, high noise levels, and rough terrain. May require overnight travel. May have residence requirement due to call-out response time.

Works as an individual contributor and/or as member of a team.

Physical Demands:

Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting. Requires an acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell. Must be able to lift tools, equipment and materials up to and including 45 pounds.

Other Requirements:

As a Safety-Sensitive position, pre and post-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.

Job Family:

Operations

Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.