Nisource
NiSource provides natural gas and electricity services to millions across the U.S.
3 hours ago
$69,900 - $105,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United States
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
site visits
ticket prioritization
compliance audits
stop‑work orders
data analysis
outreach education
The Damage Prevention Specialist II develops partnerships and delivers effective programs to prevent damage to company-owned facilities. Serving as the subject‑matter expert within an assigned geography, the specialist ensures public and employee safety while maintaining continuity of service for customers.
Key duties include conducting frequent in‑person site visits, phone calls, texts, and emails for high‑risk 811 tickets, evaluating one‑call legislation compliance, issuing stop‑work orders when needed, and attending pre‑construction meetings to protect facilities. The role also involves delivering educational outreach to municipalities, excavators, locators, and the general public regarding safe‑digging laws and procedures.
The specialist assesses daily high‑risk ticket volume, prioritizes short‑term site visits, and drives medium‑term initiatives aligned with NiSource and state damage‑prevention plans. Responsibilities include building relationships, organizing outreach events, auditing locates for compliance, providing coaching, and coordinating training sessions with internal and external partners.
- Conduct site visits, calls, texts, and emails for high‑risk 811 tickets.
- Deliver and facilitate educational outreach for municipalities, excavators, locators, and the public.
- Evaluate one‑call compliance and issue stop‑work orders as needed.
- Participate in pre‑construction meetings and stand‑by on high‑risk projects.
- Perform visual audits of locates and provide feedback/coaching.
- Coordinate with NiSource partners to address field risks and arrange training.
- Document actions on high‑risk tickets and monitor mapping accuracy.
- Build and maintain professional partnerships with regulatory and municipal entities.
- Prioritize daily high‑risk tickets and plan short‑term site visits.
- Drive medium‑term initiatives aligned with NiSource and state damage‑prevention plans.
- Analyze data to improve locator performance and reduce damage incidents per 1,000.
- Communicate safe‑digging laws and best practices to diverse audiences.
Requirements
high school
utility ops
public speaking
gas standards
microsoft office
associate degree
Required qualifications include a high school diploma, 1‑3 years of utility operations or damage‑prevention experience, strong presentation and public‑speaking skills, knowledge of gas/electric standards and safe‑digging laws, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Preferred qualifications are an associate’s degree and experience on special projects, with a willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
Benefits
NiSource promotes an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives, provides equal employment opportunities, and emphasizes safety culture. The position offers a salary range of $69,900‑$105,000, benefits, and requires legal work authorization in the United States.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- authorization to work in the u.s. required; sponsorship not provided.
Security clearance
Overview
Founded 1912
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1912 and has since grown into a major player in the energy sector.
Millions of Customers
Customer base size
The company serves millions of households, businesses, and industries across the U.S.
- Provides reliable service by managing infrastructure for natural gas and electricity.
- Specializes in energy delivery, including transmission and distribution.
- Regularly modernizes systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
- Deeply rooted in innovation, integrating renewable energy into the grid.
- Involved in large-scale infrastructure projects to enhance energy security.
- Known for steady financial performance and a forward-thinking approach.
Culture + Values
- Be Safe
- Look for a Better Way
- Act with Care
- Take Accountability
- Serve our customers and our communities
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Work together
- Deliver on our commitments
- Be transparent
- Do the right thing
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
58% Reduction
Scope 1 Emissions Since 2005
Significant decrease in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions since 2005.
50% Methane Reduction
From Mains and Services
Targeting a 50% reduction in methane emissions from mains and services by 2025.
$3B Investment
Renewable Energy Transition
Anticipated investments in renewable energy generation transition through 2028.
- Retire 100% of remaining coal-fired electric generating units by 2026–2028.
- Exploring hydrogen blending in gas systems via an on‑site hydrogen blending skid.
- Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for nine consecutive years and to North America Index eleven consecutive years.
- Plans to conserve lands: restoring hundreds of acres through vegetation management, soil remediation and seeding.
Inclusion & Diversity
Employee Promotion Rates
Promotion Statistics (8/31/23)
Reflects the promotion rates across various demographic groups within the organization.
Executive Representation
Leadership Demographics (12/31/24)
Breakdown of executive leadership roles by gender in the organization.
Employee Population
Workforce Demographics (12/31/24)
Overall gender distribution within the organization's workforce.
- Provide energizing and inclusive culture where every employee has a voice and active seat at the table
- Support diverse and unique customers and invest in communities
- Diversify workforce partnerships through conferences (e.g., SWE, SASE, SHPE, NSBE, NBMBA)
- Commit to supplier diversity and economic inclusion initiatives