Sr Corrosion Technician

Essential Functions

Assists corrosion related projects throughout Ohio, including:

AC/DC stray current testing & mitigation

Impressed current CP design & installation

Rectifier/station grounding safety inspections

Large project CP design/onsite inspections

RMU installation & monitoring

Provides technical guidance for the Corrosion Control program

Reviews technical data and information from plant and service activities to ensure that cathodic protection systems remain effective

Designs cathodic protection systems and directing company employees and/or contract crews in their installations

Monitors, evaluates, and repairs existing cathodic protection systems

Evaluates the economic feasibility of protecting unprotected piping systems

Troubleshoots and ensures the repair of all types of cathodic protection devices

Ensures that facility data base is maintained through WMS and reviews WMS corrosion reports and verifies accuracy

Trains personnel in various aspects of corrosion functions

Assists with troubleshooting difficult circuits

Assists local technicians with workload (i.e. test station reading/troubleshooting)

Continues education in corrosion courses (CP Interference, CP3, CIP, etc)

Leads 3rd party monitoring on Company owned Transmission Class pipelines

Leads Pipeline Integrity survey and excavation data collection

Required Qualifications for Position

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years of experience as a corrosion technician

Experience performing ACVG, CIS, DCVG, and PCM

Possess all of the Operator Qualifications of a Corrosion Technician

Understanding of 49 C.F.R. Part 192 Subpart I and Subpart O

Knowledge and ability to mitigate AC and DC stray current interference

Strong knowledge of corrosion mechanisms, cathodic protection, and impressed current systems

Able to recognize and respond to abnormal operating conditions

Competent electrical knowledge

Proficient with WMS, Excel, Word, COGNOS, Ventyx, etc

Detail-oriented

Ability to travel and work overtime, as needed

Maintain a clean and organized vehicle

Have the ability to train and lead others

Successful applicant must be available for emergency assignments and work overtime when required, be on-call, work in all types of weather conditions

Frequent travel is required. Must be able to work scheduled and non-scheduled overtime.

This position is subject to applicable DOT Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Plan (AMPP) regulations.

Strong knowledge of pipeline coatings and their applications

Residency Requirements:Due to the nature of our business and your emergency response obligations, the successful candidate must live within the Operating Area.Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

NACE CP1-Cathodic Protection Tester Upon Hire

DL NUMBER – Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

10 years of experience as a corrosion technician

Experience leading Integrity Management surveys and excavations

Certified Material Selection/Design Specialist-NACE CP2-Cathodic Protection Technician Upon Hire

Certified Material Selection/Design Specialist-NACE CIP Level 1 Upon Hire

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range:

$53.17 – $53.17

Posting Start Date:

2024-10-16

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2024-10-29

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.