Utility Locator (Damage Prevention)

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Be a Safety Champion, obey all safe work procedures, perform daily Hazard Assessments, maintain vehicle inspections, attend all daily / monthly safety meetings and report any Near Misses.
• Attend & complete all required Safety Mandated training and Operators Qualification training.
• Enforce the Damage Prevention Program OP-000-1.
• Aid other departments within Gas Operations when necessary, with locating gas facilities and Gas Service activities.
• Maintain GIS record updating and knowledge of retaining record information.
• Locate and mark all gas facilities clearly and accurately for area of excavation as described in the La. One Call ticket and maintain markings for any updated requests made by La. One Call or outside contractors.
• Document all work performed as required and must use proper forms (La. One Call Ticket, Corrosion, Boring, Damage Investigation) for record retention.
• Monitor contractor activities in order to make sure markings are clear and visible when crossing our facilities with another utility or other facilities being put in the ground in close proximity to our main (driving steel sheeting, pilings, pipe bursting and other possible disruptions to soil conditions).
• Develop and maintain a strong positive professions relationship with all contractors to ensure proper notification of damaged facilities.
• Evaluate contractor damages to gas facilities when at job site and coordinate necessary emergency response according to procedures for Abnormal Operating Conditions.
• Respond to calls from contractors to identify lines exposed during excavation.
• Examine pipe coatings and conditions when exposed during excavation work.
• Report any conflicts with gas facilities that may arise during excavation to be initiated and coordinated through Gas Engineering and Maintenance.
• Assist other departments within Gas Operations, when necessary, with locating gas facilities and Gas Service activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum experience required of the position: 0-2 years
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and small power tools.
• Ability to communicate well with customers, city inspectors, police and fire department officials.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle per highway DOT regulations.
• Ability to lift 100 lbs.
• Good interpersonal skills along with good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings to locate underground facilities.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Self-motivated and dependable team player.
• Familiar with local plumbing code.
• Knowledge of Entergy's MDT application.
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards.
• Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
• Desired Knowledge of gas distribution system;
• Working knowledge of the AM/FM / GIS graphical program;
• Working knowledge of the DIS program;
• Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
• Knowledgeable in Delta's Customer Service policies;
• Familiar with service territory area.

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc. Required of the Position

• D.O.T. Office of Pipeline Safety operator qualification as it pertains to gas service work
• Valid driver's license

As a Safety Sensitive Position, Compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) Drug and Alcohol Regulations, Including But Not Limited to Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Background Screening