Field Cathodic Protection Technician

Eversource; East Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource in East Norwalk, CT is seeking a Corrosion Technician to monitor cathodic protection systems, test compliance with corrosion regulations, and support field operations. You will update records, operate specialized instruments, and coordinate with Capital Construction and Gas Operations on corrosion-related projects.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, directing contractors, and ensuring proper installation practices and software updates are maintained.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical theory, chemistry principles and corrosion theory.
• Understanding of gas distribution operations and construction.
• Ability to pass Operator Qualification tests and relevant progressions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor installation and maintenance of cathodic protection and ensure compliance with Federal DOT corrosion regulations.
• Evaluate and update corrosion circuit records, rectifier notifications, and mapping.
• Work independently to complete monthly assignments and track areas of cathodic protection exceptions.
• Operate and maintain specialized corrosion instruments to collect field data.
• Recommend improvements to materials, construction and operating standards for corrosion control.
• Provide specifications, inspections and estimates for contractor corrosion work on cathodic protection.
• Offer corrosion control expertise to Capital Construction and Gas Operations on request.
• Troubleshoot cathodic protection systems and initiate corrective actions including work orders and permits.
• Direct, monitor and inspect corrosion contractor work on installations and repairs.
• Assess installation practices for new gas main construction and coating/testing practices.
• Maintain facility updates on corrosion software.
• Inspect factory coating applications on new gas piping when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical theory

Corrosion theory

Independent worker

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Corrosion instruments

Work management system

Job description

Eversource in East Norwalk, CT is seeking a Corrosion Technician to monitor cathodic protection systems, test compliance with corrosion regulations, and support field operations. You will update records, operate specialized instruments, and coordinate with Capital Construction and Gas Operations on corrosion-related projects.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, directing contractors, and ensuring proper installation practices and software updates are maintained.