Damage Prevention Technician

Position Description: This position is an integral part of our Operations team and is responsible for protecting public safety and the integrity of physical pipeline assets. This is a field-based position, primarily working independently to locate and mark utility lines and respond to one-call tickets. WhiteWater facilities include gas transmission pipeline with associated receipt and delivery meter stations. Job Responsibilities: Prevent damage by locating, marking, flagging and reporting underground utilities such as electrical power lines, cables, gas and water lines, abandoned pipelines, telecom wires and sewer systems. Maintain compliance records and appropriately document work performed including photographing each location upon completion. Quickly interpret and respond to one-call tickets; and may review maps and other drawings as necessary. Coordinate maintenance of all facilities and equipment performed by third parties, including pipeline right-of-way, excavation coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, etc. Oversee construction and maintenance 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 the development of O&M Procedures and Site-Specific Procedures. Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements and complete all applicable documentation and record keeping Communicate status updates, issues and pipeline and maintenance activity to appropriate personneland represent the Company when communicating with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One-Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, etc.) Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed. Other duties as required. Requirements & Qualifications: High School Diploma, or equivalent At least 2 years of related experience Must possess valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams. Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines Ability to work in changing climate conditions Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc. Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required Willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Sealy, TX. Must be able to complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce prior to performing responsibilities of this position. Benefits: This position is Full-Time based out of our Sealy, TX office. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings. Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in WhiteWater Midstream's Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. 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