Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Mobile National MS Society Logo

Job Information

National Grid Senior Damage Prevention Supervisor, Gas Field Operations in North Syracuse, New York

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Damage Prevention Supervisor, Gas Field Operations in Syracuse, NY.

Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we're proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid. In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we're certain about: the power of our people. Join us in our goal to deliver 100% fossil-free heat to our customers by 2050!

Job Purpose

National Grid Damage Prevention Department oversees the protection of our underground Gas & Electric asset. The successful candidate will direct NG contractors to provide location services and other utilities services. In addition, provide oversight of Third-Party Excavators and other external stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

  • Coordinate with other Company Departments necessary to support Damage Prevention activities. Coordinate the daily activities of contactors performing underground electric and gas facilities locating services
  • Develop action plans to educate Third-Party Contractors to follow NYS Code Rule 753 Safe Digging Practices to protect underground electric and gas assets
  • Monitor Third-Party Excavators construction work sites
  • Assure compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company safety and environmental guidelines. laws and regulations
  • Support Damage Prevention initiates
  • Experience with GIS, Docuware, CSS
  • Experience with Electric and Gas Work Methods and required Operator Qualifications (OQs)
  • Respond for all 1st, 2nd and 3rd party damage investigations and prepare timely damage investigation reports.
  • Verify the accuracy of contractor invoicing.
  • Participate in UDIG-NY meetings to represent the Company.
  • Interface with local Public Service Commission staff.
  • On-Call Support
Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required
Qualifications

  • 2-year degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, civil engineering, construction management or 5 years work experience in the Damage Prevention Industry. Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Must have knowledge of underground electric and gas facilities locating, gas construction and familiar with NYS Code Rule 753, Protection of Underground Facilities.
  • Strong verbal and communication skills including the ability to work in a team atmosphere.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction prints, drawings, including GIS prints, and Gas Service Cards.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to worker safety.
  • Maintain a non-restricted driver's license.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
More Information

Salary - $102,000 - $120,000

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.


Minimum Salary: 102000.00 Maximum Salary: 102000.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

DirectEmployers