Inspector II, Asset Protection (Gas Utility)

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Serves as a subject matter expert for gas system inspections, inspector, and liaison regarding the protection and assurance related to the assets and infrastructure of the natural gas system.

Accountabilities

• Damage investigations
• Coordinate and perform potential mark-outs for large projects
• Serve as on-site company inspector when a third party is excavating near critical company-owned facilities
• Provide quality assurance and quality control
• May perform routine mark-outs whenever necessary
• Train utility techs to perform mark-outs
• Inspect the work of third-party excavators, including enforcement of company procedures regarding safe operation near company gas facilities
• Accurately mark gas company facilities before and during construction
• Provide timely and accurate documentation of all field activities
• Assist operations supervisors in the follow-up and inspection of potential issues
• Serve a technical resource for junior department personnel
• Lead/conduct investigations on reported incidents and record incident investigation reports outlining events so incident
• Work closely with all department personnel to provide practical guidance and support to ensure policies, procedures, and reporting comply with federal, state, and local laws
• Monitor, inspect, and record responses for line locate requests received from excavators, engineers, and other customers
• Visually inspect natural gas infrastructure, ROW locations, company drawings, and other utility areas for abnormal conditions or discrepancies and notifies appropriate personnel
• Perform duties within company policies and procedures and remain in compliance with all federal and state excavating/dig laws
• Represent the company at planning and coordination meetings for excavations, including DOT, public works, city, and other industry-related organizations
• Participate and may facilitate prevention education programs, including public awareness programs, as well as liaison meetings with emergency responders
• Assist in training and directing other employees in the same or similar duties
• Must hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency callouts, and occasional extensive hours
• Responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned company vehicles and equipment
• Demonstrate support for and adhere to the company's values, strategies, policies, and procedures and exhibits the core values of Liberty's mission statement, customer service, safety, and the company's code of conduct as an individual contributor and team member
• Service and construction helper
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Proficiency in basic computer knowledge
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
• High School Diploma or GED
• Relevant experience
• Requires a valid driver's license by company vehicle policy
• Prior distribution experience
• Knowledge of company damage prevention and construction practices and procedures
• Ability to work in multiple computer applications, including Gensuite
• Ability to read and understand GIS/System Maps

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to stoop, bend, crawl, walk, climb ladders, and heavy lifiting. Able to lift and carry materials up to 50lbs. Ability to occasionally ascend and descend stairs and ladders is required. Must also have keen senses of smell, hearing, vision and color identification. Ability to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions is required.

Years of Experience

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization-it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. Its where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how well make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centric
• Integrity
• Entrepreneurial
• Teamwork
• Owner mindset
• Outcome focused
• Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each persons unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.