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Damage Specialist
Job Description
Project Resources Group (PRG) is looking for an outside plant expert for our Damage Specialist role in the area. Is that you? If you are self-motivated and organized, this may be the perfect fit.
Responsibilities:
Uses specialized knowledge and independent judgment to:
- Prepare detailed reports and documentation on incidents due to utility damage for internal review and external reporting.
- Develop a professional working relationship with the client, contractors, technicians, management team, and other personnel.
- Conduct regular inspections of job sites to ensure compliance with safety protocols and damage prevention standards as requested by the client.
- Identify potential risks and hazards and take proactive measures to mitigate them.
- Educate and train the client and other stakeholders on best practices for damage prevention.
- Raise awareness about the importance of damage prevention and the consequences of utility damage.
- Provide weekly reporting to client leadership in the stationed market.
- Provide the client 811 representation at the state level.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities:
- Understand and utilize State Dig Laws and Statutes, excavator requirements, and NESC standards.
- Reliable personal vehicle with valid driver’s license and current insurance; min BI/PD 100/300/100.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must possess proficiency in MS Word, Excel, typing, and public computers.
- Strong logical competence.
- Business background with attention to detail.
- It is essential to be able to multitask and have good time management.
Education and Experience:
- Background in civil construction, finance, or government providing specialized knowledge in the areas of responsibility.
- Knowledge of the utility industry and/or utility locate industry.
- High School or equivalent (required).
- Bachelor’s and/or a combination of years of professional experience (preferred).
Compensation and Perks:
- $75,000-$85,000/annually depending upon experience
- National mileage reimbursement for vehicle use
- Health benefits include medical, dental & vision for you and your dependents on the first of the month following your start date.
- Company-paid Short-term Disability benefits after one year of service.
- 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following your start date with a safe-harbor match after one year of service.
- Supplemental Life Insurance is offered for you and your dependents.
- ClassPass shared cost membership is offered to each employee.
- Paid time off, holiday pay, and a floating holiday to enjoy time with friends and family.
Are you interested in applying?
Click the "Apply for this position" button and complete the short form. We will review the applications and email candidates who qualify to set up a first-round interview.
Project Resources Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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