Damage Prevention Technician

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. This position will be reporting to our Lake Charles, LA office.

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 personnel and 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 Lake Charles, LA


• Must be able to complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce prior to performing responsibilities of this position.

Benefits: Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.