What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrosion Technician - Start position at UGI Utilities, Inc.?
Requisition Number: 30171
At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.
We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.
To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to inclusivity, we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .
Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!
Job Summary
The Corrosion Technician position will obtain Operator Qualifications through training and experience to meet the requirements of the role. This position is responsible to prevent and mitigate corrosion of UGI underground metallic pipelines and for meeting applicable regulatory requirements. The position is also responsible for pipeline integrity assessment activities. Duties include the installation, inspection and maintenance of cathodic protection systems including necessary records and documentation
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.
As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.
At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.
We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.
To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to inclusivity, we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .
Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!
Job Summary
The Corrosion Technician position will obtain Operator Qualifications through training and experience to meet the requirements of the role. This position is responsible to prevent and mitigate corrosion of UGI underground metallic pipelines and for meeting applicable regulatory requirements. The position is also responsible for pipeline integrity assessment activities. Duties include the installation, inspection and maintenance of cathodic protection systems including necessary records and documentation
Duties and Responsibilities
- Test, troubleshoot remediate and maintain existing cathodic protection systems and equipment with limited supervision.
- Inform and instruct C&M, engineering and contractors on how to cathodically protect new services and mains or added extensions.
- Assist and instruct C&M and contractors in the installation of Corrosion Control systems.
- Assist in pipeline integrity assessment activities.
- Design cathodic protection systems for services and smaller coated main segments.
- Inspect non-cathodically protected services or mains for potential future protection.
- Knowledge of pipeline cathodic protection concepts.
- Knowledge of operational practices and procedures related to cathodic protection and integrity management of underground metallic pipelines.
- Knowledge of applied electrical circuit theory through training or hands-on experience with wiring, troubleshooting, and testing circuits.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations helpful.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal departments, outside contractors, township officials and the public.
- Possess ability to work independently and identify and resolve cathodic protection problems.
- High School Diploma required. 2 year technical degree or higher preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years in natural gas operations or related technical experience
- Acquiring of NACE CP1 Certification is required to reach the required Sr. Corrosion Control Technician destination.
- Valid PA Driver’s license
- Appalachian Underground Short Course (Basic, Intermediate and Advanced) provided by the company and is required to progress in the role.
Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.
As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.