Utility Damage Investigator Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Position Type: Full-time

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager, P&L Analysis. This pivotal role will be focused on gaining a deep understanding of every facet of the P&L with the goal of maximizing profits and minimizing losses. P&L Manager will analyze labor, equipment, and other costs with the intent of developing strategies to improve profitability while gaining an understanding of all P&L line items. This manager plays a key role in feeding field facing FP&A team with key drivers to business performance. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability through expense management initiatives
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to expenses and provide regular updates on performance against budget and forecast
• Work closely with various departments to gather data, understand spending patterns, and drive alignment on expense management strategies
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making related to expense management, resource allocation, and overall business performance
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to assess the impact of different spending scenarios, evaluate potential investments, and support strategic decision-making
• Collaborating cross-functionally with various departments (e.g., operations, accounting, finance) to align strategies and achieve financial targets.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for stakeholders, communicating financial results and insights
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, with a proven track record in a managerial role
• Comprehensive understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and advanced financial analysis techniques
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills
• Strong leadership and communication abilities, with experience presenting financial data to senior stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Oracle EPM, Oracle Analytics and Power BI preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, MBA, or other advanced financial certification
• Familiarity with the company industry

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Foreperson

This position ensures the productivity of daily operations, working closely with management to determine recruiting/hiring needs,  deadlines, and safety protocols to enforce among the crew. The Foreperson is responsible for troubleshooting routine job site issues and engages all employees/contractors on required training, managing, and mentoring.

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Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive Hourly

Benefits:

• Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specifies and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people-power, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution, etc.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow–up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards. In emergencies, determines action to be taken to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Inspects and makes or provides for necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on the truck and at work location.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies. Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires the understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Must have excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Must have organization skills and be able to multi-task.
• Must be capable of adjusting to field requirements and taking independent action without close supervision.
• Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Due to the capacity of existing equipment, the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
• Must have no fear of heights.

Education & Experience:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 3120 hours of working experience in the line clearance industry is required.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, range-of-motion, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, balancing.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): walking, sitting, climbing on/off truck, reading, lifting up to 10 lbs.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, hearing-speech-range, depth-perception, color vision.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

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