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AltaGas SEMCO - Corrosion Technician II in Port Huron, Michigan
Job Description
SEMCO - Corrosion Technician II
SEMCO Energy is seeking a Corrosion Technician II for our Niles, MI team! Reporting to the Supervisor, Cathodic Protection, the Corrosion Technician inspects, corrects, and maintains cathodic protection on areas of the company’s underground pipelines within the established service territory.
You Will:
Perform testing on existing pipelines and surrounding soils to determine the rate of corrosion and type of protection needed.
Ensure compliance with cathodic protection systems and standards.
Assist in the research, design, coordination, analysis, monitoring, and evaluation of assigned CP projects.
Perform cathodic repairs and maintenance. Completes and maintains appropriate documentation and reports on findings and actions.
Participate in the development of cathodic protection standards and work procedures.
Adhere to SEMCO internal control procedures and financial processes.
Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals, and other literature and attending seminars, conferences, and the like. Participates in internal and external company training as required.
Provide training and assistance to junior Technicians.
You Bring:
Minimum high school diploma or GED required. College courses or vocational training in Cathodic Protection or Electrical Engineering preferred.
NACE Certification is preferred.
2+ years of cathodic protection, electrical, and/or gas distribution experience preferred.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Professional written and oral communication skills.
Working knowledge of various personal computer software applications used by SEMCO. Ability to learn new systems or software packages as necessary.
Maintain and promote a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers, customers, and management.
Must maintain and promote a safe environment for co-workers, customers, and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards.
Adhere to Company policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of Company assets, and all applicable state and federal laws.
Physical Requirements & Working Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a field setting and requires the use of personal protective equipment. Duties involve driving, sitting, bending, stooping, walking, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, digging, standing for extended periods, operating heavy equipment, fine finger movement, and lifting objects to 50 lbs. Frequent travel to various worksites is also required, depending on the assignment. Job sites may include interior and exterior work locations that involve hazardous environments requiring personal protective equipment and some physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, and noise. Occasional work is required in confined spaces, on ladders, and in adverse weather conditions.
The estimated hourly wage for this role is between $34.67 to $47.42, depending on qualifications and experience.
Information For Applicants:
We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
This role is considered safety-sensitive. The successful candidate will be required to undergo various background screenings including driving record, criminal checks, education & employment verification, and company-sponsored medical and drug testing.
For Canadian hires : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires : WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
AltaGas is a leading energy infrastructure company with a footprint in some of North America’s most strategic energy markets. Our strategy is simple: to leverage the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, and to new markets around the world.
