AVANGRID Inc.
**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:**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.**LOCATION:** CT - East Hartford - Meadow St #J-18808-Ljbffr
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:**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.**LOCATION:** CT - East Hartford - Meadow St #J-18808-Ljbffr