Damage Prevention/SUE Field Technician

About the role

The Damage Prevention Specialist works as a liaison to the homeowner and/or contractor and the gas company. This role involves practicing safe dig practices in accordance to 811 dig laws, visiting active job sites in a company-provided vehicle to communicate safe dig practices, facilitating gas marking corrections and updates, providing quality checks on utility markings, accurately completing detailed documentation of daily activities, assisting in identifying marked utilities, structures, and maps in the field, performing operator-level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment, and other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe dig practices in accordance to 811 dig law
• Visit active job sites in a company provided vehicle to communicate to contractors or homeowners about safe dig practices in accordance to 811 dig law
• Facilitate gas marking corrections and updates as needed
• Provide quality checks on utility markings
• Accurately complete detailed documentation of daily activities
• Assist in identifying marked utilities, structures and maps in the field
• Perform operator level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment as required
• Other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Experience with locating gas utilities required
• 1-2 years Damage Prevention or One Call / 811 experience
• Operator Qualifications or ability to obtain Operator Qualifications required
• Valid driver's license
• Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of 811 dig laws and best practices
• Proficiency in using company tools and equipment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being

Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families

Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate job site visits and outdoor work