Damage Prevention Operator

This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field-based pipeline Damage Prevention Program, including the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. The selected candidate will need to live within 45 miles of the posted location.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform Damage Prevention and Public Education activities as prescribed in System Integrity Plan (SIP).
• Safely and effectively perform damage prevention and public education tasks while professionally representing the Company.
• Ensure One Calls, line locates, and Aerial Patrol activities are completed within specified timeframes.
• Proactively work with One Call group to improve performance measures in mapping, county notes, and field cleared tickets.
• Respond to after-hour calls during scheduled on-call rotation.
• Address basic real estate/right of way issues and encroachments by working with Company Real Estate representatives and subject matter experts.
• Research and stay current in industry Damage Prevention and Common Ground Alliance best practices; report findings for process improvement.
• Be knowledgeable of state one call laws.
• Participate in developing and describing steps required to safely complete an effective Job Plan.
• Assist in maintaining inspections, licensing, and maintenance of vehicles and equipment in the Vehicle and Driver training programs.
• Maintain all documentation, permits, and work records for required retention time.
• Participate on the facility emergency response team, providing support in applicable Incident Command structures.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
• Assist Operations with general maintenance duties, including line pigging, as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required; a college degree or two-year degree from an accredited vocational/technical school preferred.
• At least three years of related work experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of refined and crude product characteristics.
• Experience in pipeline construction preferred.
• DOT Operator Qualified in applicable tasks required.
• Valid driver’s license required (company vehicle provided).

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to work with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.
• Ability to work in stressful and changing environmental conditions.
• Ability to work under time pressure, tight deadlines, and interruptions.
• Proficiency with personal computers using Windows® operating system for time sheets, email, and intranet access.
• Ability to operate a multi-line phone system.
• Ability to follow instructions or standard procedures.
• Ability to compile and examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives.
• Ability to deal with complex issues requiring substantial analysis or independent judgment.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible force frequently.
• Standing: Occasionally.
• Walking: Frequently.
• Sitting: Constantly.
• Lifting: Occasionally (includes upward pulling).
• Carrying: Occasionally.
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally.
• Climbing (ladders, stairs): Occasionally.
• Balancing: Occasionally.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally.
• Reaching/Handling/Fingering/Feeling: Constantly.
• Talking/Hearing: Frequently.
• Near Vision: Constantly.
• Far Vision/Depth Perception/Vision (Color): Frequently.

Working Conditions

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Well lighted, climate-controlled areas: Frequently.
• Outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, gases: Occasionally.
• Frequent repetitive motion: Constantly.
• Use of CRT (Computer Monitor(s)): Constantly.

Travel

• Primarily in and around the Denver metro area.
• Limited overnight travel required.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, dayshift, with some overtime and call-out.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Time-Off, Military Pay, Holiday Pay, Floating Holidays
• Health Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance, Supplemental, and AD&D Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Lactation Rooms, Workplace Accommodations

Pay

Expected Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $102,000.00