Right of Way Technician II

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Houston
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. Job SummaryThis position provides technical support to the Land & Field Services Division on a variety of tasks in protecting property rights and limiting the Company's liability in easements, rights-of-way, and new and existing capital infrastructure for company operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sending, receiving, processing, and file setup for applications and payments for consents to encroach, unauthorized uses, temporary access, easement grants, release of existing easements, licenses, and requests to verify company easement/land rights. Develops and prepares technical reports and documentation. Essential Functions

• Performs initial review of applications for completion, along with surveys , sets up the project within company's project tracking database(s), creates project digital file and processes payments.
• Responsible for recording documents and archiving new work orders, surveys, releases, licenses, grants, field notes and as-built document within permanent storage.
• Interacts with other departments on land-related matters where practical and within the limits of knowledge and training.
• Performs administrative activities required to assist managers, supervisors, engineers, surveyors, and agents.
• Maintains department records regarding work assignments. This includes maintenance of computer database(s), work order tracking. Uses company records, GIS, FileNet, Google Earth, and other land title resources to abstract, research and review existing easements, permits, grants, maps, plats, and drawing. Education Description
  • Requires a high school education or the equivalent knowledge of English, punctuation, grammar, spelling and basic mathematics (ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate fractions and/or percentages). Experience
    • Requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience in administrative, civil engineering, surveying, or land title level tasks. Additional Qualifications
      • Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with co-workers, customers, community members and/or contractors and vendors.
      • Able to demonstrate courtesy, tact, diplomacy, good judgment, and professional conduct when communicating in person, by telephone or email.
      • Able to set priorities, manage time effectively in order to perform the majority of work with minimal supervision.
      • Able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of real estate, surveying, and engineering terminology.
      • Able to read and interpret all land rights documents related to easement, fee and other land rights for accuracy and completeness.
      • Able to review and interpret maps, surveys, exhibits and engineering drawings for scope, impact, accuracy and completeness. We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. What we bring to you
        • Competitive pay
        • Paid training
        • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
        • Transit subsidies
        • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
        • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
        • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
        • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution Job Type: Full Time Posting Start Date: 08/28/2024 Posting End Date: 09/11/2024 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR ---- 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. #LI-CNP

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