Leakage Specialist

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Provide technical guidance for the Leakage Detection program for assigned field locations.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews technical data and information from plant and service activities to ensure that leakage detection programs remain effective;
• Evaluates information to set-up and implement leakage detection programs that will assure safety and compliance while optimizing labor resources.
• Collaborates with the Integration Center to ensure appropriate coverage and work assignments.
• Provides guidance and direction to company employees and/or contract crews performing leakage surveying.
• Performs field leakage compliance work as assigned.
• Assists Corrosion Technicians in the testing and field evaluation of new equipment/technologies.
• Provides QA/QC to ensure adequate, efficient, compliant leakage inspections programs.
• Dispatches and schedules leak survey work as necessary
• Runs tracking reports to effectively monitor leak survey program
• Ensures data base is maintained by reviewing leakage reports and verifying accuracy of leakage maps. 
• Analyzes and updates data related to leak survey and leak management activities.
• Trains personnel in various aspects of leakage inspection functions.
• Proficient at repair, maintenance and calibration of leak detection instruments; 
• Proficient at obtaining gas samples of known and unknown origins.   
• Work with commission representatives

Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge of Eversource leakage policies/procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Requires working knowledge of Work Management Systems (Maximo, Click, etc.)
• Requires good organizational/planning skills and a commitment to getting the job done.
• Must have strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Requires good interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to establish rapport with internal and external customers.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires good analytical skills and ability to interpret technical data with respect to inventory maps.
• Must be able to prepare and update leakage maps.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with little direct supervision.
• Must be detail oriented and able to complete required documentation.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects and work effectively under deadlines and changing priorities and conditions.
• Proficient at repair, maintenance and calibration of leak detection instruments.
• Proficient at obtaining gas samples of known and unknown origins.   
• Position may require large amounts of walking in order to perform field leakage surveys and leak investigations

Education

• Associates degree or equivalent experience    

Experience:

• One plus years of gas operations experience                     

Licenses & Certifications:     

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicles.  

Working Conditions:

• This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.
• Work is performed both in an office environment and does require time in the field to conduct audits, training and to resolve complex problems.
• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Vaccination Information:

Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource’s HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

Salary : $43,800 - $55,400