Supervisor - Corrosion

Iberdrola•Rochester, NY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled professional to lead cathodic and atmospheric protection (CP) activities within our natural gas distribution system. This role involves supervising internal and external crews, planning and scheduling CP inspections, measurements, and training, and ensuring compliance with company standards, safety rules, and regulatory requirements. As a CP Supervisor, you will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate fieldwork, and maintain strong communication with customers and community officials. Key responsibilities include: Overseeing construction, operation, and maintenance of CP systems. Scheduling and executing new and corrective CP activities. Coaching and mentoring team members while ensuring safety compliance. Managing performance, budgets, and administrative tasks for both exempt and non-exempt employees. This dynamic position requires strong leadership, technical expertise in CP, and a commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.
Associate degree with a minimum of 8 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.
High School Diploma/GED required with 10 or more years’ relevant experience and the completion of the relevant progression program.
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance.
Knowledge of industry federal and state regulations.
Valid Driver’s License
AMPP CP-1 Certification (minimum)
Will be required to obtain and maintain Operator Qualifications for natural gas
Results and customer service oriented.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Self-directed work skills with emphasis on multitasking.
Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, MS Outlook.
Demonstrated supervisory skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Must be available for response after hours to work storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.
Technical problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

AMPP CP-2 Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Supervises and directs a staff of Bargaining Unit employees.
Prepares and communicates corrosion program status and performance reports and maintains records for corrosion inspection, monitoring and identification of remedial activities in the group.
Maintains mandated cathodic protection system data including pipe/soil voltage readings, rectifier, and interference bond operational readings, databases, and other assigned group monitoring activities.
Identifies employee development and training opportunities within the group.
Responsible for proper application and availability of all necessary tools and equipment needed to perform corrosion control functions in the group.
Develops and maintains annual inspection and monitoring schedules in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
Will recommend remedial actions to restore cathodic protection systems to mandate performance criteria.
Responsible for all electronic corrosion data inspection processes and inspection databases.
Supports Gas Field Operations and other departments in pipe jeeping, sparking condition investigations and capital project completion.
Applies company, industry, local, state, national codes, and standards, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
Interacts with customers, developers, municipalities, agencies and others.
Manages technical support contractors and consultants.
Reviews, maintains, and utilizes SAP equipment data and SAP processes supporting the corporate use of contractor/consultant resources.
Subject to after hours on-call requirements.
Employee is assigned to the specified location with travel to other operating divisions or Avangrid locations as needed.
Occasional work outside of the service territory for industry or Government meetings or training may occur.