Corrosion Supervisor

Okaloosa Gas•Coverage Area, FL

2d•$77,501

About The Position

Responsible for first-line management of the corrosion control program and cathodic protection system. Incumbents in this position will be held to the District’s Gold Standard for Customer Service. The preceding is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The principal duties and responsibilities enumerated are all essential job functions.

Requirements

HS Diploma plus, Eight+ years in corrosion related positions in the oil/gas industry of which at least three should be in a supervisory role, plus An additional two years of experience is required in lieu of a formal degree, plus NACE CP Level IV certification preferred
HS Diploma + 10 years of experience – or Associates Degree plus five to nine years of experience – or Bachelor’s Degree plus two to five years of experience – or Master’s Degree plus zero to two years of experience.
Extensive knowledge of PHMSA as regulated by 49CFR Part 191, 192, 193 and 195; Florida PSC Safety Rules (Chapter 25-12); Florida One Call Law (Chapter 556) .
Ability to resolve regulatory complaints or concerns.
Expert qualifications and experience in the following subjects and/or tasks related to the corrosion control field: Corrosion control regulations Integrity Management regulations External/internal/atmospheric corrosion monitoring and mitigation procedures and processes Assessment and repair of pipeline defects Technical support, training and qualification/evaluation of pipeline integrity technicians Monitoring, maintaining and improving the cathodic protection system Working knowledge of corrosion control databases and field data collection devices corrosion and pipeline data management and integration Specifications for contract corrosion control services SOP and Engineering Standards related to corrosion control practices
Ability to consistently analyze and resolve complex corrosion control issues involving multiple components, personnel and operations
Knowledge, skills and abilities to document activities and inspections as well as review same to discern issues with the accuracy of data and information contained in reports prepared by others
Interpersonal skills to work closely with various individuals, departments and or other regulatory entities to identify needed system improvements, upgrades and field functions required to maintain system integrity.
Ability to represent the District to regulatory authorities, developers, builders/contractors, etc.
Knowledge, skills and ability to interpret and apply the District's procedures with an appreciation of underlying industry codes and standards and government regulations.
Knowledge, skills and ability to defend the District's technical and procedural positions related to corrosion control activities and represent the District in an agency audit, inspection or enforcement action.
Management skills to maintain adequate staffing levels to ensure proper administration of activities. Selects, develops, trains, motivates and evaluates the performance of assigned employees.
This position requires knowledge and task evaluation as determined by PHMSA rule CFR 49, Part 192; Subpart N : Operator Qualifications (OQ).
Must possess and maintain valid State of Florida Driver’s License and a driving record satisfactory to the District and its insurers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Thorough working knowledge of natural gas distribution and transmission construction, installation, maintenance and compliance requirements.
Highly developed ability with PC's, office computer software and corrosion-related data and data management systems, including but not limited to: MS office, FlowGIS, OQ software, etc.
Ability to supervise employees to meet compliance deadlines, comply with construction specifications, satisfy internal/external customer needs and expectations.
Demonstrates leadership, coaching and personnel development skills; carries out performance evaluations, training, coaching and discipline.
Exhibits expertise in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
Knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols, and/or procedures for natural gas employees including Operator Qualifications .
Regular attendance is an essential.
Occasional overnight travel may be required.
This position requires incumbent to be on the supervisor stand-by rotation for after-hours duty: e., rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime ; may be required to work overtime with little notice.
Must be appropriately dressed in a clean and neat District authorized/approved uniform during work hours.

Nice To Haves

NACE CP Level IV certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assures that any technical, compliance or safety issues identified by the technicians/contractors are being addressed and reported to the System Engineering Manager.
Establishes and measures workgroup goals and performance as well as individual performance.
Responsible for supervising direct reports and providing technical and program direction to corrosion control employees within a geographic area.
Develop the work group's annual operating expense and capital project/tool budgets.
Conduct personnel reviews and oversee career planning and employee development for direct reports in the work group.
Conducts personnel interviews and is involved in hiring and promotional opportunity decisions for direct reports.
Provides technical expertise, training, qualification evaluations and continuous guidance to Corrosion Technicians.
Provides technical expertise and guidance to Operations and Engineering for designing, implementing, monitoring and troubleshooting the corrosion control/cathodic protection assets.
Keeps abreast of state-of-the-art equipment and innovations being developed for the hazardous liquids and natural gas pipeline industry to improve performance and safety.
Recommends testing, evaluation and implementation when appropriate.
Can set up tests and trials and present results convincingly. Examples include data acquisition equipment, detection and mitigation of microbiological-influenced corrosion and pipeline coatings.
Participates in accident investigations and failure analysis on pipeline facilities, including making recommendations to prevent the reoccurrence of failures.
Responsible for QA/QC of pipe inspection reports and pipeline condition assessments performed by area Corrosion Technicians
Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Okaloosa Gas Districts offers a competitive benefits package, including: BCBS Medical 100% employer paid for employee, 92% employer paid for family, BCBS Dental 100% employer paid for employee or family, BCBS Vision, Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life insurance 100% employer paid, Short Term Disability 100% employer paid, Long Term Disability 100% employer paid, Accidental Death and Dismemberment 100% employer paid, AFLAC supplemental insurance, Air Ambulance insurance, Pet insurance, Vacation Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based for the first 5 years, increases thereafter, Sick Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based 11 Paid Holidays, includes 2 days for Thanksgiving and 2 days for Christmas 401(a) 8% Employer Defined Contribution Retirement, (employer paid, does not require employee contributions) 457(b) Employee Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Gym reimbursement/incentive up to $50 per month Health Fair 100% employer paid Wellness Program w/ incentives Safety shoe reimbursement up to $150 per year Uniforms 100% employer paid Employer Assistance (Counseling) Program Employee Events - Spring Crawfish Boil, Summer Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Annual Banquet/Holiday Party and up to $3,500 annual education reimbursement.

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