Damage Prevention Technician

Damage Prevention Technician

Do you want to start your career with a company that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every single day? We want to offer you competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.

As leaders in the utility industry concentrating on quality and safety, RECONN is looking for people to join our team who are problem solvers, take pride in public safety, and are comfortable in a fast-paced, exciting work environment.

This is a full-time position throughout the Albany, Cohoes, Latham, Troy areas in New York.

The starting pay is $21/hr. for new technicians up to $27/hr. for those with substantial prior experience.

Our Damage Prevention Technicians are responsible for sites in which excavations are being performed. This position requires one to be knowledgeable in the construction and utility industries. Damage Prevention Technicians will ensure that Dig Safely NY is called for utility mark-out and responded to accordingly and that the scope of work with machinery is in accordance with CR753 while excavation is being performed. Damage Prevention Technicians will work with contractors on CR 753 daily, advise on corrective actions when necessary, and reinforce positively when a proper dig occurs.

A good safety background, knowledge in Microsoft Office products, basic computer functions, data entry, and smartphone use are required. Damage prevention advisors will be responsible for inspecting equipment daily and daily work planning is a must.

What We Need from You (Our Requirements):

• Strong verbal and written communication and documentation skills required
• Outstanding safety/quality record
• High level of organizational skills, excellent time management skills, and the ability to focus on details
• Knowledge of all types of gas prints
• One-year experience locating gas assets preferred
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions; outdoor experience preferred
• Must be able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds
• Proficiency with technology

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.