System Integrity Technician Associate

Duke Energy•Rockingham, NC

About The Position

The System Integrity Technician Associate performs cathodic protection (CP) measurements and data entry, and assists System Integrity Technicians in maintaining the operational integrity and adequate cathodic protection of transmission and distribution systems. The role supports the company’s assessment of cathodic protection through accurate readings, careful equipment calibration, precise data records, and assistance with investigating CP deficiencies. The Associate works independently, uses geospatial technology, communicates issues to Technicians, and supports efforts to resolve them. The position maintains historical cathodic protection records and reports; enters, updates, and manages facility data in the Pipeline Compliance System (PCS); and prepares corrosion reports and field sketches for entry into GIS systems. It assists with remedial work, including locating and troubleshooting deficiencies, current interruption, installing anodes and test connections, coating repairs, and other maintenance. The Associate also assists with excavation coordination, permits, contractor coordination, CP readings, investigations, casing inspections, and test-equipment maintenance and calibration. After the onboarding period, work is performed in various field locations as needed. Field employees must live within a reasonable daily commute of their assigned work location. Travel is 5–15%. The schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel. Relocation assistance is not provided. The position is not represented by a union and is not eligible for visa sponsorship; the employee must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and completion of high school algebra, chemistry, or physics.
Valid driver’s license.
Good mechanical, mathematical, and electrical aptitude.
Pass the department-specified examination for entry into this job classification.
Complete basic corrosion training, such as the AUCSC Appalachian Underground Corrosion Short Course or equivalent, within one year of job entry.
Attain NACE CP Tester Level 1 certification within two years of job entry.
Ability to develop a general understanding of company policies and departmental procedures.
Ability to transcribe data accurately and legibly.
Ability to work well with others.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
Ability to read and interpret maps.
Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers and maintain good customer relations.
Ability to learn GIS and operate GPS equipment.
Basic computer skills, including Windows, Excel, and Word.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel as scheduled.
Willingness to undergo all required Department of Transportation drug testing.
Safe working weight of 275 pounds.
For field work after onboarding, ability to live within a reasonable daily commute of the assigned work location.
Ability to work lawfully in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Perform cathodic protection measurements and enter data.
Maintain historical records of cathodic protection readings and reports.
Enter readings into and maintain the Pipeline Compliance System (PCS).
Assist with remedial actions to locate, troubleshoot, interrupt current, and correct cathodic protection deficiencies, including installing anodes and test connections, repairing coatings, and performing other required maintenance.
Assist with coordinating excavation crews to locate mains and install cathodic protection systems.
Assist in coordinating with company crews, utility companies, contractors, subcontractors, and other entities to obtain permits for cathodic protection components and remedial measures.
Complete maintenance work orders for cathodic protection repairs.
Coordinate contractor crews conducting annual and periodic cathodic protection readings.
Assist Technicians with investigating no-locate issues and cathodic protection deficiencies.
Inspect main or service-line casings for proper insulation and protection.
Calibrate, service, and maintain test equipment, keeping it in good working condition.
Update, manage, and maintain cathodic protection data for cathodically protected gas facilities in PCS.
Retrieve and correct PCS information for review, including pipe-to-soil potentials, rectifier and bond readings, investigation information, and maintenance information.
Prepare corrosion reports and field sketches in a format suitable for entry into GIS (eGIS) and PCS.
Communicate issues discovered during work to Technicians and support resolution.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required.