Damage Prevention Operator

oneok; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK is seeking a Damage Prevention Coordinator to coordinate field damage prevention programs, perform line locates and aerial patrols, and support incident response. Candidate will reside within 45 miles of the posted location and work Monday–Friday days, with overtime and call-out as needed.

Responsibilities include on-site safety oversight, adherence to SIP, and collaboration with Real Estate and other teams. Requires HS diploma; degree preferred; 3+ years relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience with PCs and standard software suites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate damage prevention and public education per SIP elements.
• Ensure timely line locates and aerial patrol tasks.
• Respond to after-hour calls during on-call rotation.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with SIP and OQ requirements.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Communication with supervisors and co‑

Communication with customers

Work under pressure

Time-management

PC proficiency (Windows, timesheets, e

Multi-line phone system

Follow procedures

Data analysis / judgment

Education

High School Diploma

College degree or 2-year technical/vocational degree preferred

Job description

#WeAreONEOK - Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field-based pipeline Damage Prevention Program. Perform in the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. Respond to calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation. Provide area Emergency Response support in applicable Incident Command structures.

The selected candidate will need to live within 45 miles of the posted location.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, dayshift, with some overtime and call-out.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform Damage Prevention and Public Education activities as prescribed in System Integrity Plan (SIP) Elements:
• Safely and effectively perform damage prevention and public education tasks and procedures, while professionally and positively representing the Company to the community and other stakeholder groups.
• Ensure One Calls, line locates, and Aerial Patrol activities are performed and/or completed in specified timeframes.
• Proactively work with One Call group to improve performance measures in mapping, county notes, and field cleared tickets.
• Respond to after-hour calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation.
• Address basic real estate/right of way issues and encroachments by proactively working with Company Real Estate representatives and Tulsa subject matter experts.
• Research, and stay current in, industry Damage Prevention and Common Ground Alliance best practices and regularly report findings for incorporation into Company standards and procedures for process improvement. Be knowledgeable of state one call laws.
• Participate in developing and describing steps required to safely complete an effective Job Plan.
• Compliance - records - documentation - audits:
• Assist in maintaining inspections, licensing and maintenance of vehicles and equipment in the Vehicle and Driver training programs.
• Maintain all documentation, permits, and other work records in an organized manner for the required retention time.
• Participate on the facility emergency response team, providing support in applicable Incident Command structures.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements and implement them into location work practices.
• Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
• Assist Operations with general maintenance duties, including line pigging, as directed by the supervisor.

ONEOK offers employees a comprehensive total compensation package consisting of compensation, health and welfare, and other benefits.

Available benefits may include the following:

• 401(k) Plan
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Pay Practices: Paid Time-Off, Military Pay, Holiday Pay, Floating Holidays, Other
• Health Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance, Supplemental, and AD&D Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accommodations: Lactation Rooms, Workplace Accommodations

Education

H.S. Diploma required

A college degree or two year degree from an accredited vocational/technical school preferred

Work Experience

At least three years related work experience preferred

A working knowledge of refined and crude product characteristics

Experience in pipeline construction preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
• Ability to: communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers
• Ability to: work in stressful and changing environmental conditions (conditions as noted above)
• Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions
• Ability to: use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e‑mail, and access information posted on the Company's intranet
• Ability to: operate a multi-line phone system.
• Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures
• Ability to: compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives
• Ability to: deal with complex issues which require substantial analysis or independent judgment

Licenses and Certifications

DOT Operator Qualified in applicable tasks required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.