Corrosion Technician

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800 communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

The Corrosion Technician will safely perform compliance surveys, inspections, documentation, repairs and installation of corrosion prevention equipment on BHE natural gas pipeline system.

Pay Range: $32.36 - $48.41 per hour (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Supervisor/Manager

Location: Lajunta, Frederick, or Castle Rock, CO

Essential Functions:
* Conduct internal and external corrosion testing on steel piping to maintain compliance required timelines.
* Support internal and external control programs through specific corrosion tasks.
* Analyze and evaluate corrosion compliance survey results and make recommendations to correct abnormalities.
* Prepare and submit compliance records for surveys, testing of all CP systems to include rectifier maintenance, ground beds and other mitigation equipment related to corrosion work in a timely manner.
* Test, adjust, troubleshoot and maintain all test leads, rectifiers, ground beds, and other corrosion mitigation equipment.
* Give technical support including diagnosing problems, training, etc.
* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Work with and/or oversee third party contractors for the installation of cathodic protection systems related equipment such as deep well anode beds, RMU installs or AC mitigation systems.
* Coordinate with local staff during construction planning efforts.
* Interact with regulatory agencies during audit activities.

What Is Required:
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Minimum of 3 three years corrosion or natural gas systems experience.
* Attend Rectifier Training within first 6 months of employment
* Must have a valid Driver's License along with safe driving record.
* PC knowledge and applicable software including Microsoft Office Applications.
* Use, operate and navigation of Pipeline Compliance System (PCS) Software for compliance timelines.
* Complete recordkeeping associated with corrosion compliance activities to ensure that work done is accounted for properly and accurately to be maintained for future reference.
* Ability to effectively communicate and cooperate with coworkers.
* Basic knowledge and willingness to fully learn principles of corrosion and remediation of steel pipe needs for the different types of corrosion.
* Conduct internal/external corrosion testing on steel piping.
* Prepare and submit compliance records for surveys, testing of all CP systems to include, rectifiers, ground beds and other mitigation related to corrosion testing.
* Test, adjust, troubleshoot and maintain all test leads, rectifiers, ground beds and other corrosion mitigation equipment.
* Maintain internal RMU's (Remote Monitoring Unit) on steel piping systems in required areas.
* Ability to monitor and record cathodic protection readings (understanding of minimum CP reads)
* Interpret and read maps in order to determine CP areas
* In depth knowledge of CFR 192 Subpart I and BH OM 41
* Ability to place and maintain natural gas pipeline markers and CP test stations including excavation, line locating, exposing lines/cables, staking, installation of anodes, cables, junction boxes, etc. and commissioning.
* Ability to perform atmospheric corrosion monitoring and apply pipeline coatings
* Ability to read, interpret and redline CP drawings, pipeline layouts, and access maps
* This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
* This role will be required to travel up to 50% of the time.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.