Cathodic Protection Technician

Division : Pipeline Integrity & Cathodic Protection

Location : Calgary, AB

Position Summary :

Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us.

We never break a promise and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.

Under the direction of the Supervisor, or Senior Cathodic Protection Technician, this position is responsible for conducting and supporting the installation, operation and maintenance and data gathering activities in cathodic protection systems and associated facilities throughout ATCO’s Distribution and Transmission systems.

We’re looking for someone who cares about their work and strives for more each day. Someone who challenges the status quo, embraces change, and thrives in a collaborative work environment.

If you are someone who approaches work with passion, curiosity and the courage to innovate, then this role is for you.

What You Get to Do :

Take Pipe to Soil readings and conduct Pipe Ends surveys on the Gas Distribution network, using results to assess cathodic protection effectiveness.

Document and report anomalies and take remedial measures where possible.

Conduct Pipe to Soil Potential / CP Surveys along the Gas Transmission network, using results to assess cathodic protection effectiveness.

Document and report anomalies and take remedial measures where possible.

• Conduct rectifier inspection, troubleshooting and maintenance, and adjusting rectifier output as might be required.
• Perform soil resistivity and current requirement testing.
• Troubleshoot CP systems for problems such as electrical shorts in Distribution CP Boundaries, or along Transmission pipeline systems, faulted cables / broken rectifier output cables, depleted anodes etc.

Conduct repairs or submit CIR’s / MIR’s for repairs, as required.

• Work with Construction, Operations, Contractors and / or other CP Technicians, in installation of rectifiers, groundbeds, remote monitoring units (RMU’s), test points, galvanic anodes, and other CP related equipment as required.
• Commission and adjust new cathodic protection systems, to optimize cathodic protection effectiveness.
• Support site investigations of corrosion leaks and / or coating quality.
• Support the function of Damage Prevention by locating and marking CP system cables when requested by rd Party excavators and / or contractors.
• Document and submit accurate performance and maintenance records, drawings, and other information related to the cathodic protection installations, testing and adjustment.
• Participate in pipe integrity testing and research.
• Assist District personnel and / or external customers as required. Assist in training Cathodic Protection Operators as needed.

May be required to teach CP Awareness and Practices course for other Operations personnel.

• Respond to customer complaints appropriately.
• Operate Company vehicle in a professional and safe manner and be responsible for its appearance, cleanliness, minor maintenance and tool inventory.
• Participate in safety programs and meetings through reporting and discussion of accidents, incidents and near misses. Willingly participate in and support worksite inspections by internal or third-party personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Grade or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Recognized as a Certified NACE CP Tester (NACE CP) and AAIT Level CP Technician.
• Valid Class Alberta Driver's License and in-house operators' certificate.
• Must have related experience and have demonstrated competencies required to work with the company's cathodic protection systems at the Technician level.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, learning ability, technical aptitude, initiative, mature judgment and responsible work habits.
• Familiarity with the use of personal computers and software including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must understand, practice and keep abreast of changes in related company and industry standards, procedures and technology.
• Required to travel throughout the ATCO Distribution and Transmission service territory to perform assigned duties and will stay out of town as required.
• Must be prepared to work in all types of weather.
• This position is a Safety-Sensitive position and has additional pre-employment requirements as identified in the Alcohol & Drug Policy Applicant Testing.

What We Offer :

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Natural Gas is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately , employees and assets of $ billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution;

natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate.

More information can be found at ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.