Corrosion Technician

** POSITION – Union:
** Corrosion Technician
** NUMBER OF POSITIONS:
** 1
* * HOURLY RATE:** $44.02 - $51.71
** Responsibilities:
*** Responsible to not only work safely, but to promote a safe work ethic and behavior.
* Responsible to perform and interpret required readings (i.e. annual test points, isolated services, casings, bonds, foreign crossings) in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures.
* Responsible for timely cathodic protection troubleshooting (i.e. low systems, shorted conditions)
* Responsible for timely creation of remediation work orders (i.e. install anodes, clear short, install insulator, repair / replace test station). Follows through with necessary departments to ensure timely completion.
* Works closely with peers from other utilities to maintain CP at franchise gate stations.
* Responsible for performance of QA checks on reads performed by others
* Responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of rectifiers
* Responsible for maintenance of tools and equipment.
* Responsible for atmospheric inspections for bridge crossings, above ground piping that is dept. responsibility, or other exposed piping a needed in accordance with procedures.
* Understands use of unique equipment and tools used purposely for Cathodic Protection    measures.
* Provides corrosion control-related support to other Departments as needed for maintenance / repair.
* Participates as needed in regulatory audits to ensure success.
* Transmission and / or High-Pressure Distribution gas mains:
* Performs annual CIS of scheduled piping.
* Works with Engineering on annual testing of scheduled HCA piping.
* Works with R.O.W. crews with follow up investigations or maintenance.
* Works closely with peers from other utilities to maintain CP at franchise gate stations.
* Responds to arcing or stray voltage conditions on gas lines.
* Assist with troubleshooting responsibilities as required by Corrosion control Supervisor.
** Skills and Requirements:
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* Education:

* High School/GED with the completion of the relevant progression program and 2 years relevant experience required.
* Valid driver’s license
* NACE CP1 (Cathodic Protection Tester) or greater.

Related

Work Experience:

* Past experience with use of hand tools
* Gas Pipeline experience
* Troubleshooting experience
* 2 years field work of pipeline cathodic protection / corrosion control
* Successful completion of all current Operational Qualifications.

Required Specific Skills & Knowledge:
* Troubleshooting skills
* Ability to read Infrastructure mapping and/or electric schematics
* Mathematics aptitude
* Proficient in use of Company computer systems
* Knowledge and concepts of Electrical Theory
* Customer service skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* CP design skills
* Ability to interpret engineer designs.
* Understands the concepts of rectifiers and ground bed replacement.
** Working Conditions/

Physical Requirements:

*** Frequent local travel with occasional out of town requirements.
* Must possess a valid driver’s license
* Work Environment:
* The ability to work in both office and field environments.
May work near or with moving mechanical parts.
* Will be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions.
May be exposed to excessive noise.
* Frequent interaction with other employees.
* Frequent interaction with customers.

Each employee must accept responsibility for their own safety and health of their fellow employees.
*** Competencies
* *** Be a role model
* Be agile
* Collaborate and Share Develop Self & Others Empower to grow
* Focus to achieve results
* Technical Skills
** Mobility Information
** Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
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* LOCATION:

** CT - East Hartford - Meadow St
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