Locate and mark all Gas facilities involved with underground excavation as part of compliance required by the DOT/ OPS Regulations and State Laws. Responsible for the monitoring, inspection and surveillance of outside contractors performing excavation work in order to protect the integrity of Entergy's Gas underground distribution facilities as stated in company procedures at the direction of our regulators. Job Duties/ Responsibilities Be a Safety Champion, obey all safe work procedures, perfor... more details
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX
As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.
**Entergy has entered into an agreement to sell its Louisiana gas distribution business to Bernhard Capital Partners.
The sale is expected to close in approximately the third quarter of 2025.
Entergy has no planned reduction in workforce as a result of this sale, and intends to operate the business as usual prior to the sale.**
Job Summary/Purpose
Locate and mark all Gas facilities involved with underground excavation as part of compliance required by the DOT/OPS Regulations and State Laws. Responsible for the monitoring, inspection and surveillance of outside contractors performing excavation work in order to protect the integrity of Entergy's Gas underground distribution facilities as stated in company procedures at the direction of our regulators.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Be a Safety Champion, obey all safe work procedures, perform daily Hazard Assessments, maintain vehicle inspections, attend all daily / monthly safety meetings and report any Near Misses. Attend & complete all required Safety Mandated training and Operators Qualification training. Enforce the Damage Prevention Program OP-000-1. Assist other departments within Gas Operations when necessary with locating gas facilities and Gas Service activities.
Maintain GIS record updating and knowledge of retaining record information.
Locate and mark all gas facilities clearly and accurately for area of excavation as described in the La. One Call ticket and maintain markings for any updated requests made by La. One Call or outside contractors.
Document all work performed as required and must use proper forms (La. One Call Ticket, Corrosion, Boring, Damage Investigation) for record retention.
Monitor contractor activities in order to make sure markings are clear and visible when crossing our facilities with another utility or other facilities being put in the ground in close proximity to our main (driving steel sheeting, pilings, pipe bursting and other possible disruptions to soil conditions). Develop and maintain a strong positive professions relationship with all contractors to ensure proper notification of damaged facilities. Evaluate contractor damages to gas facilities when at job site and coordinate necessary emergency response according to procedures for Abnormal Operating Conditions.
Respond to calls from contractors to identify lines exposed during excavation.? Examine pipe coatings and conditions when exposed during excavation work. Report any conflicts with gas facilities that may arise during excavation to be initiated and coordinated through Gas Engineering and Maintenance. Develop and maintain a strong positive professions relationship with all contractors to ensure proper notification of damaged facilities. Evaluate contractor damages to gas facilities when at job site and coordinate necessary emergency response according to procedures for Abnormal Operating Conditions. Assist other departments within Gas Operations when necessary with locating gas facilities and Gas Service activities.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum experience required of the position
0-2 years
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position
Good mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and small power tools. Ability to communicate well with customers, city inspectors, police and fire department officials. Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle per highway DOT regulations. Ability to lift 100 lbs. Good interpersonal skills along with good written and oral communication skills. Ability to interpret construction drawings to locate underground facilities. Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Self-motivated and dependable team player. Familiar with local plumbing code. Knowledge of Entergy's MDT application. Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards. Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets. Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. Must have a demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement. Desired: Knowledge of gas distribution system; Working knowledge of the AM/FM / GIS graphical program; Working knowledge of the DIS program; Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook); Knowledge of Entergy's Customer Service policies; Familiar with service territory area.
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required of the position
D.O.T. Office of Pipeline Safety operator qualification as it pertains to gas service work. Valid driver's license.
As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.
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Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans
Job Function: All Other Jobs
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBU
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 115066
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%
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EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) 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 Company’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency.
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EEI Testing:
One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. If you are invited to a test session, we strongly recommend you review and complete the practice test as well as review the testing brochure for your respective test. The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and number of questions. Also, keep in mind that the actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website, http://www.eei.org/practicetests, Logon ID: entergy, password: practice test (2 words). Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable.
In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
