Asset Protection Specialist

Asset Protection Specialist

The Asset Protection Specialist position (APS) educates and interacts with field construction crews on damage prevention best practices per the Illinois Underground Utility Facilities Damage Prevention Act, promotes public awareness and safe digging outreach efforts, and performs QA / QC functions on contract and internal facility locators. The successful candidate will have an emphasis in protecting company assets from third party damages or encroachments for all distribution and transmission facilities along with conducting locator quality audits to assist with the development of the in-house locating personnel. This is an operational role that oversees compliance to state and federal safety regulations and standards for Southern Company Gas and its subsidiaries.

Functional Expertise

• Serves as company Asset Protection liaison between excavators, municipalities, builders, developers, landowners, Regulatory Agencies, Contractors and / or their agents / contractors, etc. by responding to any issues or concerns.
• Conduct quality audits in the field on completed locates and determine accuracy and timeliness of the services provided. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures. Coach and mentor locating and Right-of-Way contractors on Nicor Gas' expectations to ensure compliance and quality is maintained while updating the required electronic systems.
• Investigate 2nd and 3rd party excavation damages in the field and review the circumstances to determine the apparent cause, make liability assessments for the cost of the repair. (occasionally after hours)
• Conduct "Damage Prevention Presentations" in front of large audiences regarding damage prevention and safe digging around Nicor Gas facilities.
• Work with peer organizations to coordinate efforts and gain efficiencies. Conducts education sessions with locate contractors, excavators, landowners and homeowners regarding safe excavation practices.
• Assess whether third party main damages are suspected violations of the Illinois Underground Utilities Facility Damage Prevention Act and prepare presentations that identify the apparent cause of a suspected violation of the law.
• Review damage data, identify trends, and develop damage prevention action plans to enhance program performance.
• Work with internal departments to improve the service provided by the Asset Protection team; (i.e., Resource Management, DIMP, Watch and Protect, Billing, etc.)
• Conduct quality assessments on contract and internal locate technicians. Evaluate field performance and conduct training assessments of the locate vendor's program to address areas in need of change, ensure compliance to Nicor Gas' company procedures.
• Ensure Operator Re-Qualification documents are completed and updated daily. Audit contractor records and back-office processes to ensure compliance with Nicor standards for damage prevention. Administer Contractor Operator Qualification (training, testing and certification.)

Engagement

Driving Results

Business Acumen

Education, Certifications / Licenses

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Related Work Experience

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Specific Skills & Knowledge

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Working Conditions / Physical Requirements