Corrosion Technician - Multiple Cities

Make Choteau Home; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Paid training

Volunteer opportunities

Paid parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is hiring a Gas Transmission Corrosion Technician to perform corrosion control tasks on the gas transmission and storage system with emphasis on monitoring, inspection and remediation. The role requires travel up to 50% annually and the ability to complete cathodic surveys and various field tests.

Candidate will build and maintain cathodic bonds, rectifiers, and ground beds while ensuring data integrity in the PCS database and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of corrosion fundamentals and ability to inspect, monitor and remediate corrosion on gas transmission pipelines.
• Proficiency with cathodic assessment surveys and related techniques.
• Familiarity with ILI assessments and field verification of anomalies.
• Willingness to obtain AMPP/NACE certifications within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform 49 CFR 192 compliance tasks focused on corrosion control.
• Inspect, monitor and remediate atmospheric, external, and internal corrosion on the gas system.
• Preform cathodic surveys (pipe-to-soil, CIS, ACVG/DCVG, coating conductance, etc.).
• Maintain and operate cathodic bonds, electrical isolation, and related components.
• Build, inspect, install, and maintain rectifiers and ground beds; monitor remote stations.
• Collect, retain, analyze and maintain data in PCS database; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Travel up to 50% per year to various gas system locations; some training travel outside primary location.

Skills

Corrosion control

Cathodic surveys

Field inspection

Data analysis

Electrical fundamentals

Travel readiness

Certifications (AMPP/NACE)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rectifiers & ground beds

Job description

* This position is available out of Butte, Billings, and Bozeman, MT

About this position:

Gas Transmission Corrosion Technician performs a variety of 49 CFR 192 compliance tasks on the gas transmission & storage system with the main focus being corrosion control.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

• Knowledge of corrosion fundamentals
• Ability to inspect, monitor and remediate atmospheric, external, and internal corrosion on NWE pipelines
• Become proficient in preforming cathodic assessment surveys, such as: pipe to soil, atmospheric, CIS, ACVG, DCVG, coating conductance, Current Mapping, Soil Resistivity, and leak detection.
• Familiar with ILI assessments and verification of anomalies in the field
• Comprehension on the requirements, assessment and ability to install and maintain cathodic bonds
• Familiarity with cathodic electrical isolation, AC inspections and mitigation
• Knowledge and physical skills in building, inspecting, installing and maintaining rectifiers and ground beds
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and electricity systems is a plus
• Build, inspect, install and maintain cathodic, anode junction boxes, remote monitors, coupon test stations and pipeline test stations
• Ability to independently think and identify efficiencies and process improvements that helps the group
• Proficient in data collection, data retention, assessment of data, data analysis, and data maintenance within the American Innovations PCS database
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
• Travel to all areas of the gas system can be expected with overnight stay as needed up to 50% per year
  • Training will be conducted in areas outside of the designated work location and may require additional travel for up to the first 3 years
• Must have the ability and be willing to obtain AMPP/NACE level I,II,III, and IV certifications
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• Position requires performing individual lifting and manipulating of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds and various other physical activities in a variety of weather extremes
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Must be able to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience or training in corrosion control preferred
• Current AMPP/NACE certification is a plus
  • Must obtain AMPP CP1 (if not already obtained) within 12 months of hiring date
• Meet and maintain "Operator Qualification" standards
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Subject to DOT drug testing requirements
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus