Damage Prevention Technician (DOT) | Binghamton, NY

Acrt,-Inc.; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

ESOP at no cost

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bermex, Inc. is seeking a Certified Damage Prevention Technician to join our field team in New York. You will drive to sites, perform gas line locating, post safety signage, and collect field data while following safety procedures.

This role requires outdoor work in varied weather, strong communication, and attention to detail. A high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and prior outdoor work experience are expected; training on codes and PPE is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 1 year with same employer or 6+ months outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Hand out educational materials and safety items to excavators.
• Visit 3rd party excavation sites and construction zones.
• Collect data using handheld tablet or other device.
• Complete work orders on assigned dates.
• Travel to sites as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Professionalism

Organizational skills

Safety focused

Customer service

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

None

Job description

Bermex, Inc.Full time RegularAbout The TeamAt Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We’re always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team.About the RoleThe Certified Damage Prevention Technician will report to the Operations Lead. The position will play a key role in safety and quality while driving, parking, and performing audits on marked gas lines. This position requires a high level of physical activity and working in a wide variety of weather conditions.What You’ll DoCompliance & SafetyAssure compliance with Code Rule 753 and promote safe excavation practicesFollow strict Utility, State and Federal guidelines relating to damage preventionWear assigned personal protective equipment (PPE) and company uniformFollow safety, quality, and operational proceduresParticipate in safety meetingsGas Main Locating & Site VisitsHand out educational materials and public awareness items to excavatorsVisit 3rd party excavation sites and construction zones regularlyCollect data using handheld tablet or other collection deviceShow courtesy and professionalism when dealing with customers and other employeesComplete Work Orders on assigned datesTravel to visit sites on occasionCommunication & CollaborationProvide timely reports and documentation to management regularlyEscalate issues and questions to Supervisor when necessaryMaintain a satisfactory attendance recordKeep assigned vehicle cleanReport equipment and vehicle issues immediatelyCommunicate with dispatchersOther duties as neededAbout YouMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma/GEDMust be at least 21 years of ageMust have a valid driver’s license1 year of continuous work with the same employer, and/or 6 or more months working outdoorsYour SkillsExcellent communication skills & professionalismStrong organizational skillsSafety focusedCustomer Service focusedExcellent critical thinking skillsThis role would not be a good fit if:You don’t enjoy working outdoors.You don’t enjoy working with customers.Drug/Alcohol Testing:Drug/alcohol testing is requiredDrug/alcohol testing required per Non-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and metersDrug/alcohol testing required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas linesBenefitsHealth and SafetyGroup health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage optionsCompany paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company matchCompany paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family membersRetirementAutomatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no costRoth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company matchTime OffPaid Vacation and Sick TimePaid HolidaysVeterans Day paid time off for our veteransSalary Range DisclaimerThe base salary range represents the low and high end of the Bermex salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible.Salary Range TransparencyFor applicants residing in New York, the salary for this role is from $18 an hour.We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Company: ACRT, Inc.