Freelance Cathodic Protection Engineer Jobs in Colorado

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Xcel Energy has an opening for a Cathodic Protection Helper and will be located in Henderson, Colorado.
Position Summary:
The Cathodic Protection Helper will have independent decision-making responsibilities pertaining to CP Survey on natural gas CP systems. The responsibility of this position is to preserve the integrity of the natural gas systems by minimizing the deterioration of buried steel pipeline systems through corrosion control engineering practices and in accordance with Federal, State and local rules and regulations. Employee shall perform these responsibilities in a safe and innovative manner to insure customer needs are met and value is added to the corporation. Due to the strategic importance of pipeline safety with regard to corrosion, the PUC and DOT require that personnel performing corrosion prevention work must have appropriate training (operator qualifications) and experience in the field and/or work under the direction of someone who has these credentials.
Major Responsibilities:
Within the employees' area of operation, or as assigned, this position is responsible for focusing on preventing corrosion and complying with codes. Perform cathodic protection surveys (pipe-to-soil reads, etc.) through on-site personal assessment and analysis to formulate solutions that will promptly re-establish cathodic protection on the natural gas distribution and transmission systems maximizing the reliability of the operating systems, public safety and preserving the company's capital investment. Initiate required cathodic protection measures as necessary to preserve delivery assets and forward to appropriate personnel for prompt attention to insure compliance with D.O.T rules and regulations Part 192 and company standards. Prioritizes daily workload of cathodic protection surveys and related activities.
Knowledge & Skills:

• Must be able to test AC/DC circuits
• Must have an understanding of AC/DC electricity
• Must have a understanding of electronic instrumentation
• Must have a understanding & ability to make minor repairs and adjustments on electrical measuring instruments
• Must have ability to use computer, calculator, electric measuring instruments, company vehicles and common hand tools
• Must have knowledge of past and present construction practices and material selections
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Must have ability to use ingenuity, imagination, tact, good judgement, mental alertness, initiative, accuracy, analytical ability and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of galvanic cathodic protection systems

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in the use of computer data & tracking systems
• Maintain valid Drivers License

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
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Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $32.63 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
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Deadline to Apply: 08/03/26
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