Linespotter/Sr. Linespotter

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New Mexico Gas Company is a member of the Emera family of energy companies which also includes Tampa Electric, TECO and Peoples Gas.

Title: Linespotter/Sr. Linespotter
Company: New Mexico Gas Company
Location: Santa Fe Service Center
State and City: New Mexico - Santa Fe
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

This position will be open to internal and external applicants and will close on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023.

The Linespotter position pays between  $43,632 to $54,540, and the Sr. Linespotter position pays between $49,809 to $62,262. Placement in any level is based on skills, experience and education of the successful candidate. This pay range is composed of a current base pay range of $40,400 to $50,500 and $46,120 to $57,650 with 8% supplemental pay, which is administered in accordance with NMGC’s Supplemental Pay Policy.   

The successful candidate must live within 30 minutes of the Santa Fe Service Center.

LINESPOTTER

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, locates and marks underground plant facilities to prevent damage to utilities and to prevent injuries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Locates and marks underground facilities as requested to prevent damage by other excavating contractors and individuals
2. Maintains accurate records of work performed
3. Develops knowledge of other utility underground and field construction practices
4. Checks and repairs damaged coating on lines (as needed by location)
5. Reports any unusual facilities problems to supervisor
6. Maintains locating equipment to ensure accurate operating condition
7. Works closely with other areas within the Company

COMPETENCIES

1. Common knowledge of other utility linespotting procedures
2. Ability to operate Company-approved line locating equipment
3. Ability to read maps and drawings
4. Ability to research mapping records to locate necessary information
5. Ability to coordinate and route scheduling
6. Ability to operate linespotting equipment
7. Ability to communicate, cooperate, and gain the cooperation of others

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED with up to three years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications (OQs).

Must at all times possess a valid driver's license and meet the acceptable driving record requirements of the Company.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to effectively speak and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, contractors and other employees

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to use applicable job-related software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to walk, sit, and stand up to 2/3 of the time.  Manual dexterity required and the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, talk, and listen.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Vision requirements include:  close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Field environment.  May be required to work overtime and/or on call and handle emergency response as needed.  May be required to work at various job sites, out of town, and/or remote locations for extended periods.

SR LINESPOTTER

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, locates and marks underground plant facilities to prevent damage to utilities and to prevent injuries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists coordinator in routing workload and keeping files updated.
2. Locates and marks underground facilities as requested to prevent damage by other excavating contractors and individuals.
3. Assists all areas in Linespotting.
4. Assists spotters with any problems that arise.
5. Maintains accurate records of work performed and coordinates special projects.
6. Develops knowledge of other utility underground construction practices.
7. Meets department goals and accepts responsibilities with little or no immediate supervision.
8. Checks and repairs damaged coating on lines.
9. Reports to coordinator any unusual problems pertaining to facilities.
10. Maintains locating equipment to ensure accurate operating condition.
11. Works closely with other areas such as Construction, Inspectors, Drafting, and Leak Survey.

COMPETENCIES

Ability to operate line-locating equipment including the pipe horn, Nilsson and Metro Tech, and the sub, site 650.

Ability to read and update maps and drawings, services, and main cards.

Ability to find any information needed from the Drafting Department.

Ability to coordinate scheduling.

Ability to operate gas scope along with linespotting equipment.

Ability to communicate, cooperate, and gain the cooperation of others.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with four to five years experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications (OQs).

Must at all times possess a valid driver's license and meet the acceptable driving record requirements of the Company.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write complex correspondence.

Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization, one-on-one and in small group situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to use general office equipment, a personal computer, and MS Word Processing software.

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit and/or stand up to 2/3 of the time.  Manual dexterity required and the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, clime, talk, and listen.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Field environment.  May be required to work overtime and/or on call and handle emergency response as needed.  May be required to work at various job sites, out of town, and/or remote locations for extended periods.

New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs and more!

NMGC and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our NMGC customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

New Mexico Gas Company, Inc. (NMGC) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NMGC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at NMGC will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

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)

ADA policy

It is the policy of NMGC to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Employment for this position will be contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment requirements, which include a background screen and drug test. Also, pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.