Field Inspector L3

The Field Inspector is an entry level position in Construction responsible for the planning, organization and directing the activities of Contractors performing Outside-plant construction and in support of Projects/ Programs sponsored by Electric Operations, Gas Operations and Steam Operations. The oversight is associated with sub-surface structure maintenance, investigation and mitigation of Municipal complaints as well as customer complaints. Oversight also involves restoration, facility protection, sub-surface line locating, site protection of Company facilities, damage prevention and Electric Operations - Vendor Programs.

Ensure all work is done in strict compliance with all the applicable company specifications, standards and procedures as well as State and Municipal regulatory requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Enhance the customer experience of both internal and external customers by developing a proactive, customer centric culture to foster trust and confidence and improve value for all our stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to Company safety, health and environmental programs. Ensure that safe work practices are followed and the environment is fully protected in accordance with company policy and governmental regulations.
• Ensure that the Contractor's means and methods conform to their HASP and local, State and Federal regulations. Ensures that the Contractor's work is conducted within stipulations required by applicable permits, guidelines, and minimize quality of life issues for the community we serve.
• Ensure that the Contractor's Competent Person conducts and documents the Job Briefings. Conduct field inspections to ensure to ensure compliance with all safety rules, regulations and when needed as circumstances require, Safety Stand-down, and/or relevant OJTs with Contractors.
• Ensure all Code 753 requirements are implemented on every applicable job.
• Read and interpret Company plates/sub-surface drawings, specifications and engineering drawings to prevent damages and ensure compliance.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure that all Company facilities are constructed, protected, supported maintained in accordance with all applicable engineering designs, specifications, procedures and/or codes.
• Ensure contractor performance is reported using the CFOR through the Contractor Oversight System (COS) and report all contractor incidents through infraction reports and Action Lines. Ensure close out in compliance with the corrective action plan.
• Maintain required project field documentsation including daily logs, timesheets, etc. on contractor activities utilizing the Company's computer systems/applications.
• Record field measurements and prepare job folders for payment process.
• Respond and rectify customer and municipality complaints. Investigate and provide feedback on violations.
• Establish and maintain professional, effective, timely, and consistent communication with customers and required Company and external Agency personnel.
• Communicate and enforce operational and procedural changes when required.
• Respond to and investigate environmental and safety incidents involving construction projects.
• Respond to and investigate contractor damages and prepare E-Damage reports as required.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and 2 Years Working Experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Work Experience

• 2 years Work Experience in Street/Field Construction Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Effective conflict management skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
• Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays
• Use personal vehicle(s), and be able to transport, store, and secure company laptops and other job-related equipment in vehicle. Acknowledge that reimbursement for use of personal vehicle is available through the company mileage procedure

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must use company issued devices in personal vehicle besides using it for transport.