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Pipeline Survey Technician (Crew Lead, Locator, Support) - Professional hikers and walkers wanted. MATCOR has open positions in the Pipeline Survey Group of the Engineering Department.. MATCOR's pipeline survey teams perform close interval surveys (CIS), direct current voltage gradient (DCVG), alternating current voltage gradient (ACVG), AC attenuation (a.k.a. pipeline current mapping), soil resistivity surveys, depth of cover (DOC), leak detection, right-of-way inspection, and pipeline asset inventory surveys.. Lead a crew of two to four technicians to successfully execute close interval potential surveys, DC voltage gradient, AC voltage gradient, AC attenuation, soil resistivity, depth of cover, leak detection, AC voltage surveys, test point surveys, isolation surveys, and other indirect pipeline integrity tests.. Crew leaders and locators must have prior experience with cathodic protection and/or pipeline survey.

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Pipeline Survey Technician (Crew Lead, Locator, Support) - Professional hikers and walkers wanted
Chalfont,PA
Pipeline Survey Team Positions
MATCOR, Inc., A BrandSafway Company, is one of the nation's leading firms for cathodic protection field services. MATCOR has open positions in the Pipeline Survey Group of the Engineering Department. 
MATCOR's pipeline survey teams perform close interval surveys (CIS), direct current voltage gradient (DCVG), alternating current voltage gradient (ACVG), AC attenuation (a.k.a. pipeline current mapping), soil resistivity surveys, depth of cover (DOC), leak detection, right-of-way inspection, and pipeline asset inventory surveys. 
Each technician walks up to 1,000 miles of pipeline right-of-way per year. If you love working outdoors and walking long distances, please read on.
<h3>Responsibilities</h3>
Survey Crew Leader
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Lead a crew of two to four technicians to successfully execute close interval potential surveys, DC voltage gradient, AC voltage gradient, AC attenuation, soil resistivity, depth of cover, leak detection, AC voltage surveys, test point surveys, isolation surveys, and other indirect pipeline integrity tests. 
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Perform daily data upload and reporting requirements. 
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Coordinate with client representatives and MATCOR project managers to provide safe, complete, and on-time delivery of survey work. 
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Pipeline Locator
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Locate and mark pipeline. 
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Perform survey techniques under direct supervision of the Crew Leader. 
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Carry water packs (up to 50 pounds) for watering the pipeline right-of-way in front of the Crew Leader. 
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Test cathodic protection rectifiers and install/remove current interrupters. 
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Install/remove data loggers. 
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Operate off-road vehicles (UTVs). 
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Survey Support Technician
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Collect survey wire from the right-of-way. 
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Test cathodic protection rectifiers and install/remove current interrupters. 
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Install/remove data loggers. 
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Operate off-road vehicles (UTVs). 
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Transport crew leader and locator along the right-of-way. 
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<h3>Minimum Requirements</h3>
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Crew leaders and locators must have prior experience with cathodic protection and/or pipeline survey. Candidates without experience will be considered for a support role with on-the-job training for crew leader and locator positions. On-the-job training will be provided for each required survey and testing technique. 
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All crew members must be safety-minded and must work well in a team environment. Candidates must have professional references willing to attest to the candidate's uncompromising safety attitude, professionalism, and team mentality. 
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All crew members must be able to work long hours and must be physically capable of walking up to 10 miles in one day with survey equipment and water packs. The typical workload is 8 to 12 hours per day, 6 days per week. Crews will typically walk 30 to 50 miles per week.
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All crew members must be able to lift 70 pounds.
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All crew members must have a valid driver's license and must be willing and able to drive long distances in a company vehicle (typically a ½-ton or ¾-ton pickup truck).
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AMPP Certification is preferred, but not required. Crew leaders who desire AMPP Certification will be considered for certification training and sponsorship, paid for in full by MATCOR. 
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<h3>Compensation and Benefits</h3>
These positions are permanent and full-time. Pay is hourly and commensurate with position, experience, certification, and performance. Employees are eligible for holiday pay, paid vacation, health benefits, and 401K savings per BrandSafway policies.
MATCOR offers on-the-job training and will pay in full for AMPP certifications (class fees, travel, and salary). 
<h3>Travel</h3>
This is a travel position with an average of 75% throughout the year. Travel expenses are paid in full by MATCOR. 
Preference will be given to candidates that can report to a local MATCOR office (Chalfont PA, Houston TX, Gonzales LA, Guthrie OK, Midland TX, Pittsburgh PA, or Casper WY). Consideration will be given to candidates living in other areas but willing to drive or fly into a worksite for an extended period. 

Job Ref: 140178
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