Cathodic Inspector at RusselSmith Group

Summary of Functions:

• Maintain and update the cathodic protection system map to include the location of all rectifies and anodes within the system.
• Provide training for technicians and field crews.
• Perform field evaluation of the cathodic system requirements to ensure proper protection of the distribution system from external, internal and atmospheric corrosion.
• Make recommendation for system improvement.
• Install rectifiers, anodes and the associated circuitries.
• Take pipe-to-soil readings of each rectifier in accordance to the established schedule.
• Troubleshoots the cathodically protected areas of the gas distribution system ensuring protection of existing steel piping and the infrastructures.
• Work with the field crew to ensure proper installation of bond wire and test leads.
• Meet the client compliance deadlines and requirements.
• Train other technicians and develop daily work schedule as needed.
• Utilize computer for data entry and tracking of the monitoring schedule.
• Generate work orders.
• Provides support and assistance to other field crews with cathodic protection issues.
• Prepare and forward reports to Engineering regarding potentially inadequately protected portions of the system for inclusion in CIP replacement projects.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Knowledge of basic math and understanding of the decimal numbering system.
• Knowledge of basic chemistry as it relates to corrosion of metals.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and electromagnetic concepts.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret maps, blue prints, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Ability to accurately use electrical measuring devices, such as volt meters, ohm meters, and signal generators.
• Ability to transfer readings from electrical measuring devices to charts or records.
• Ability to recognize malfunctions of electronic measuring devices.
• Ability to effectively work independently and with field crews.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Ability to use specific cathodic protection survey tools such as pipe locators, oscillators, current mappers, reference half cells and soil resistivity measuring devices.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Some climbing, stooping, lifting and inspecting in confined areas.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Educational Qualifications:

• OSP card, BOSIET / HUET & Offshore Medicals

Experience Required:

• 5-10years

Skills/Qualifications Required:

• Demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities, which would typically be acquired through

Physical Demands:

• Ability to communicate orally with customers, management and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
• Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.

Work Environment:

• The job is performed outdoors.