Integrity Technician I

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation • Georgetown, DE

107d

About The Position

This position will maintain compliance with 49CFR Part 192 regulations and maintain Chesapeake Utilities Corporation pipeline systems. Support the implementation and management of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's pipeline integrity program. Conduct pipeline patrolling, leakage surveys, coating inspection surveys and other required inspections.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree preferred, or equivalent knowledge and relevant experience in corrosion control
• One to three (1-3) years pipeline corrosion experience with NACE CP Tester certification or equivalent training preferred
• Operator Qualified (OQ) for assigned tasks for position
• Understanding of all applicable federal, state, and local regulations such as 49CFR Part 192, Subpart O (pipeline integrity rule), etc.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills
• Keen sense of smell

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Cathodic protection survey methods (pipe-to-soil, close-interval, rectifiers, bond currents, anodes, voltage gradient (DCVG and AC Attenuation) surveys, electrical surveys, coating inspections, line location methods, leak detection and pinpointing methods)
• Knowledge of word processor, database, and spreadsheet applications

Responsibilities

• Activities associated with Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's Pipeline Integrity Programs operation and maintenance
• Conduct routine pipeline patrolling surveys (Mains, Services, Business Districts, Water Crossings, Exposed Mains, etc.)
• Conduct routine Cathodic Protection surveys (Rectifier Inspections, Test Point, Bond, Casing, Insulator, etc.)
• Conduct routine pipeline leak surveys (Mains, Services, Business Districts, Water Crossings, Exposed Mains, etc.)
• Conduct routine coating assessment surveys (Atmospheric, Mains, Services, Stations, Exposed Mains, etc.)
• Troubleshoot, supervise and coordinate Cathodic Protection system's operation, maintenance, installation and repair efforts
• Assist with pipeline locating
• Maintain records for compliance with applicable codes
• Perform other duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages including generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree