Field Cable & Telecom Damage Specialist

Project Resources Group, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Job summary

Project Resources Group (PRG) is seeking a Cable & Telecom Damage Specialist in the Columbus, OH area. The role involves collecting, analyzing, and reviewing evidence of third-party utility damages to determine liability, with independent, precise, and professional results.

Responsibilities include on-site assessments, conducting interviews, documenting scenes, collaborating with locate companies, and preparing repair-cost write-ups. Strong communication and travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle suitable for representing the company, and auto insurance meeting both federal and state requirements, with minimum auto liability coverage of 100/300/100 for bodily injury and property damage.
• Must be willing and able to utilize a personal vehicle for work-related travel as required.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site assessments of underground and aerial cable plant damages.
• Conduct interviews at damage sites with contractors, technicians, witnesses, police, homeowners, etc.
• Professionally photograph and document the damaged scene to accurately portray and determine liability.
• Collaborate with the client’s locate company and exchange relevant damage information.
• Analyze and review all evidence related to third-party utility damage for the purpose of determining a liable party.
• Learn, understand, and apply State Dig Laws and Statutes, excavator requirements, and NESC standards.
• Build and develop a professional working relationship with the client, contractors, technicians, management team, and other personnel.
• Work with the client and contractors to obtain and write up job repair costs from the damage.
• Compile all case-related material and email it to the local handling office.
• Assist the Claims Recovery team with follow-up actions after damage site reviews.
• Develop and maintain monthly market reporting and lead client meetings to review updates.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the entire PRG claims process.

Skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Word

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Project Resources Group (PRG) is seeking a Cable & Telecom Damage Specialist in the Columbus, OH area. The role involves collecting, analyzing, and reviewing evidence of third-party utility damages to determine liability, with independent, precise, and professional results.

Responsibilities include on-site assessments, conducting interviews, documenting scenes, collaborating with locate companies, and preparing repair-cost write-ups. Strong communication and travel readiness are essential.