Damage Prevention Technician

Damage Prevention Technician

Department: Field Operations

Reports To: Operations Team Leader / Operations Crew Leader

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The Damage Prevention Technician performs daily operations associated with the location of infrastructure and components. Reports to the designated Team Leader or Crew Leader in Field Operations.

• Performs duties that involve inspection of predefined construction areas, as well as reading and interpretation of a variety of infrastructure maps, to determine the location of our buried infrastructure while using special electronic equipment to detect and identify the physical location of pipes.
• Locates valve boxes, water mains, meter boxes, etc., as needed.
• Uses laptop computer or other devices to receive, document, and close out excavation notices both during normal and after hours’ duty.
• Performs light excavation, with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
• Receives and responds to excavation notices during normal business hours and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
• Assists in the operation of valves and fire hydrants in the distribution system as needed.
• Performs all work in compliance with company policies and procedures, plans and specifications, schedules, various regulations and standards of quality and safety.
• Operates, maintains, and cleans assigned equipment and vehicles; inspects vehicles and equipment for safety prior to use; gathers equipment, tools and materials for each day’s assignments.
• Participates in maintaining positive customer relations. Maintains records of work performed.
• Operates various construction/maintenance equipment, which may include air blower, atmospheric testing equipment, box locator, pipe locator, meters, gauges, plumbing tools, and various other hand and power tools.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor, other department supervisors and employees, co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Works on call as scheduled.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

A High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by two (2) years of experience in providing locate services or working in construction and/or plumbing, is required; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Greenville Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Greenville Water will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.