Corrosion Technician

Long term contract -. Oakland. NJ 07436

Corrosion Technician

Job Description:

Pay $55-60 on w-2

Hybrid

Provide Corrosion Control services within Gas Delivery Organization in the testing, monitoring, design, and implementation of corrosion control measures to protect all the catholically protected steel gas distribution mains, services, and metering & regulating stations in accordance with Standards and State and Federally Mandated Regulatory Requirements.

Job Summary

Provides Corrosion Control services within Gas Delivery Organization in the testing, monitoring, design, and implementation of corrosion control measures to protect all the catholically protected steel gas distribution mains, services, and metering & regulating stations in accordance with Standards and State and Federally Mandated Regulatory Requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Investigate and diagnose where cathodic protection systems have failed and determine appropriate remedial action; create work orders, monitor work order process, and recheck after work is completed. Direct contractors who install or repair Cathodic Protection work orders.

Oversee work of contractors. Use knowledge of corrosion principles and practices to provide technical solutions within cathodic protection systems.

Develop corrective job orders and direct crews on system installation for restoring cathodic protection to structures.

Achieve the desired results through sound management practice and skills and a commitment to teamwork.

Direct the team in accomplishing desired results and ensure quality and quantity of work performed is incompliance with standards and procedures, safe work practices and government regulations.

Maximize system reliability by ensuring timely effective troubleshooting, planning and scheduling of workorders.

Develop, coach, counsel, and recognize associates and interns.

Design corrosion protection systems for new steel installations. Provide reports regarding monthly inspections and open work.

Work with Districts to ensure proper and timely documentation of completed work.

Train, qualify and supervise seasonal employees performing corrosion testing.

Accompany representatives of the BPU on inspections of steel distribution facilities for compliance with corrosion control regulations.

Candidate must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity.

Successful candidate must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.

As an employee you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and your regular work schedule.

You may also be required to work in an alternate location.

Minimum 3 years gas operations experience and/or 3 years of corrosion experience.

Must be logic oriented with mechanical abilities, including a proven ability to plan, organize and problem-solve

Knowledge of Gas Distribution policies, Appliance Service policies, procedures and practices, including the core computer applications such as DWMS, SAP, MIMS and Excel

General understanding of electrical circuits and theory

Excellent verbal communication skills and client focus, including ability to explain a problem to a customer, and gain cooperation from others

Demonstrated ability to self-direct daily activities and work effectively under minimal supervision

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license

This is a safety sensitive position. D.O.T. testing is required.

Desired Corrosion technician training and NACE or AMPP certification a plus.

Demonstrated ability to keep neat and accurate paper records, including making layout sketches of facility locations.

Minimum Years of Experience

3 years of experience

Education

High School