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Damage Prevention Coordinator

Hockley, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The Damage Prevention/Utility Investigator plays a vital role in protecting critical infrastructure, preventing safety incidents, reducing service outages, and promoting safe excavation practices ...

Damage Prevention Coordinator

Taft, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Your Job Flint Hills Resources is seeking a Damage Prevention Coordinator (DPC) to support pipeline and terminal operations in the San Patricio County, Texas area. This role is primarily focused on ...

Damage Prevention Operator

Aurora, CO

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field-based pipeline Damage Prevention Program. Perform in the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. Respond ...

Damage Prevention Operator

Aurora, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field-based pipeline Damage Prevention Program. Perform in the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. Respond ...

Damage Prevention Technician III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$23.41 - $36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Damage Prevention Technician III Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsible for protecting Zayo ... Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment.?? * Oversight of the asset ...

Damage Prevention Technician I

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Zayo's Damage Prevention Teamis responsible forprotecting Zayo's infrastructure by ... Coordinating shipping and receiving of company and customer materials. * Maintaining tools, test ...

Damage Prevention Technician I

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsible for protecting Zayo's infrastructure by accurately ... Coordinating shipping and receiving of company and customer materials. * Maintaining tools, test ...

Damage Prevention Technicians (Levels I, II, III)

$23.41 - $36.01/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment. * Oversight of the asset ... Damage Prevention Tech I: Must have a minimum of 6 mos locating experience. * Damage Prevention ...

Damage Prevention Technician III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$23.41 - $36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Damage Prevention Technician III Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsible for protecting Zayo ... Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment. * Oversight of the asset ...

Damage Prevention Technician III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$23.41 - $36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Damage Prevention Technician III Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsible for protecting Zayo ... Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment. * Oversight of the asset ...

Damage Prevention Technician III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$23.41 - $36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Damage Prevention Technician III Zayo's Damage Prevention Team is responsiblefor protecting Zayo ... Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment. * Oversight of the asset ...

Damage Prevention Technician I

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Zayo's Damage Prevention Teamis responsible forprotecting Zayo's infrastructure by ... Coordinating shipping and receiving of company and customer materials. * Maintaining tools, test ...

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How much do damage prevention coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for damage prevention coordinator in the United States is $55,084.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a damage prevention coordinator?

Damage Prevention Coordinators are professionals responsible for ensuring that construction, excavation, and other ground-disturbing activities do not inadvertently damage underground utilities such as gas, water, electric, or telecommunication lines. They coordinate with contractors, utility companies, and local authorities to review plans, mark utility locations, and educate stakeholders on safe digging practices. Their role is crucial in preventing costly and dangerous incidents, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting public safety.

What are some common challenges a damage prevention coordinator faces in coordinating with utility companies and contractors?

A Damage Prevention Coordinator often encounters challenges such as ensuring timely communication between utility companies and contractors, managing large volumes of locate requests, and addressing discrepancies in site markings. They must balance field inspections with administrative work, all while promoting safety and regulatory compliance. Proactively building relationships and streamlining information sharing helps overcome these hurdles and ensures that excavation projects proceed smoothly and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a damage prevention coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Damage Prevention Coordinator, you need strong knowledge of utility locating, safety regulations, and risk assessment, often supported by relevant certifications such as NULCA or OSHA training. Familiarity with GIS mapping systems, ticket management software, and GPS technology is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to prevent utility damages, ensure public safety, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Damage Prevention Coordinator vs Damage Prevention Specialist?

AspectDamage Prevention CoordinatorDamage Prevention Specialist
CertificationsTypically requires safety and damage prevention certificationsOften holds similar safety certifications, sometimes specialized
Work EnvironmentField and office-based, coordinating damage prevention effortsPrimarily fieldwork, inspecting sites and enforcing safety protocols
Employer & IndustryUtilities, construction, telecom industriesUtilities, construction, telecom industries
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The Damage Prevention Coordinator and Damage Prevention Specialist roles share similar certifications, work environments, and industry usage. The Coordinator often oversees programs and coordinates efforts, while the Specialist focuses more on field inspections and enforcement. Both roles are essential in preventing damage and ensuring safety in industries like utilities and construction.

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Infographic showing various Damage Prevention Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,084 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Damage Prevention Coordinator

Koch Industries

Corpus Christi, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 540 rated manufacturers


Job description

Your Job
Flint Hills Resources is seeking a Damage Prevention Coordinator to join our team in the Southern Region of Texas. While the primary focus is on protecting our assets in and around our Texas Pipeline 3 system, this role also involves duties across Deep South Texas and possibly throughout other areas of Texas as needed.
The Damage Prevention Coordinator will be responsible for accurately locating pipelines, ensuring safe excavations around them, inspecting Right-of-Way, and managing contractors responsible for vegetation clearance. Additional responsibilities include inputting data into various computer programs, receiving assignments through work management systems, and contributing to the management of small to medium ROW projects.
Our Team
The team you will be working with consists of four additional Pipeline Operators. Our team covers pipeline, terminal, and Damage Prevention activities for our facilities and pipelines beginning in Corpus Christi, TX, and extending as far as Delimita, Texas, crossing multiple counties in deep South Texas.
Our Benefits Package Includes:
  • Bonus eligible
  • Automatic 401(k) company contribution and competitive match program
  • Excellent health benefits
  • Potential tuition reimbursement
  • Three weeks of vacation to start
  • All necessary PPE provided by the company

This position includes a fully equipped company work truck, technician tools and uniforms, and a flexible 9/80 schedule with the potential for every other Friday off, workload permitting.
What You Will Do
  • Responsible for locating and safeguarding all underground FHR-owned assets in and around our pipeline and terminal assets in South Texas
  • Dedicated to mapping assets with the FHR P&T Mapping and Integrity capabilities
  • Utilize maps, records, and other resources to accurately locate underground pipelines and other FHR-owned utilities
  • Manage landowner interactions, including face-to-face meetings and follow-up activities
  • Facilitate and manage landowner agreements as needed
  • Install Right-of-Way signage and pipeline markers
  • Enhance landowners' awareness of damage prevention and emergency preparedness/response
  • Build and maintain relationships with landowners along the pipeline ROW
  • Travel up to 90% during the day, with occasional overnight stays
  • Reside within a 60-minute drive of Kingsville, Texas
  • Provide detailed depth of cover information and/or maps to affected stakeholders as needed

In the event of unplanned events or system callouts, you must be available for on-call rotations during selected nights and weekends, as required. Team members may occasionally travel (with overnight stays) for regular duties, training, meetings, or short-term assistance at other locations.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Previous experience locating pipelines or other underground facilities
  • At least one year of experience in the petroleum or chemical industry
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role
  • Valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:
  • Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb and balance. Physical ability to occasionally sit, kneel, crouch and crawl
  • Ability & willingness to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (for example: hard hat, safety glasses, fire retardant clothing, respirator, safety work boots, etc. as required)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)
  • Is able to respond to audio alarms, or other loud noises that would indicate a safety concern
  • Must be able to communicate hazardous conditions and other dangers
  • Must be able to work near moving mechanical parts, work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and outdoor weather conditions, work in high, precarious places and work around fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Current 24-hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Current ISNetworld or EWN qualifications

This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test
This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline - delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

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