Corrosion Control Technician - Pipeline Integrity

UGI Utilities, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UGI Utilities, Inc. is seeking a Corrosion Technician to prevent and mitigate corrosion on underground pipelines and to meet regulatory requirements.

The role involves installing, inspecting and maintaining cathodic protection systems, with records and documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 3+ years in natural gas operations, NACE CP1 certification path, PA driver's license, and completion of Appalachian Underground Short Course; strong independent work and communication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 2 year technical degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in natural gas operations or related technical experience
• Acquiring of NACE CP1 Certification is required to reach the required Sr. Corrosion Control Technician destination.
• Valid PA Driver’s license
• Appalachian Underground Short Course (Basic, Intermediate and Advanced) provided by the company and is required to progress in the role.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot remediate and maintain existing cathodic protection systems and equipment with limited supervision.
• Inform and instruct C&M, engineering and contractors on how to cathodically protect new services and mains or added extensions.
• Assist and instruct C&M and contractors in the installation of Corrosion Control systems.
• Assist in pipeline integrity assessment activities.
• Design cathodic protection systems for services and smaller coated main segments.
• Inspect non-cathodically protected services or mains for potential future protection.

Skills

Cathodic protection concepts

Pipeline integrity management

Electrical circuit theory

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Independent problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

2 year technical degree or higher

NACE CP1 Certification in progress

PA Driver’s license

Appalachian Underground Short Course

Job description

UGI Utilities, Inc. is seeking a Corrosion Technician to prevent and mitigate corrosion on underground pipelines and to meet regulatory requirements.

The role involves installing, inspecting and maintaining cathodic protection systems, with records and documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 3+ years in natural gas operations, NACE CP1 certification path, PA driver's license, and completion of Appalachian Underground Short Course; strong independent work and communication