Canonsburg, PA - Corrosion Technician

About DDS Engineering and Surveying, LLP (DDSE): DDSE is an experienced and highly qualified natural gas/civil engineering, permitting and survey firm that has been performing consulting engineering and construction services in the natural gas industry for many years. We currently perform these engineering services related to natural gas transmission, distribution main design, station design (M&R, gate stations, and regulator stations) and customer services (residential and commercial) for a variety of natural gas customers throughout the Northeast.

Our dynamic team is comprised of experienced natural gas engineers, civil and mechanical engineers, surveyors, gas construction personnel as well as in-house staff expertise in the areas of legal, compliance, and safety. DDS Engineering and Surveying LLP is currently seeking an Integrity/Corrosion Field Lead to join our team either in Rochester (NY) or Canonsburg (PA) locations. The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of all pipeline integrity and corrosion field service activities in accordance with DDS and Client specifications and/or procedures.

Operations can include cathodic protection, internal corrosion, AC/DC interference, and atmospheric corrosion. Must have AMPP Cathodic Protection Tester (CP1) and a desire and ability obtain Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) certification.Integrity/Corrosion Field Lead Pay Range: $30-40/hourBenefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• HSA and or FSA Accounts
• Comprehensive Training Programs

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Support in field data gathering and projects.
• Participate in post processing and analysis of data collected in the field.
• Provide quality survey/field data to office personnel in a timely manner.
• Adhere to Operator field operation procedures, as required.
• Coordinate with office daily for jobs assigned.
• Responsible for all field survey data collection.
• Work with Project Management to ensure timely coordination of field projects.
• Ensure field work and data meet Client specifications and communicate accordingly.
• Be organized and maintain daily schedule.

Skills and ExperienceRequired

• AAS in Pipeline Integrity or Corrosion preferred.
• AMPP Cathodic Protection Tester (CP1).
• Minimum of 2+ years of prior pipeline integrity and corrosion work.
• Experienced in Close Interval Survey, DCVG, ACVG, Data Logger, and PCM Equipment.
• Experienced in soil resistivity Wenner 4 pin method and pipe to soil measurements.
• Experienced in installation and repair of Test Stations.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, internal and external customers.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Ability to travel as required.

Preferred:

• Possess or ability to obtain Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) certification.
• AMPP Basic Coating Inspector (CIP
  1).
• Prior experience with AC mitigation.

DDS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.