Supervisor - Gas Operations Technical Services Damage Prevention/Corrosion Location: Pittsfield, MAReports to: Sr. Manager Gas Ops &amp; DistributionWork Type: FieldThe salary range for this position is based on experience level ranging from $96,400,000 to $120,500 plus up to 16% bonusWhat We Offer: Competitive benefits and growth opportunities Generous performance‑based bonuses 12% 401(k) match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceTuition reimbursement Professional development and clear career advancement pathwaysFor more information please visit: <a href="https://www.avangrid.com/peopleandtalent/careercenter/health-and-wellbeing">Benefits - Avangrid</a>Job SummaryEstablish and maintain centralized Corrosion Control &amp; Damage Prevention programs at Berkshire Gas. Responsible for coordination of bargaining unit employees and outside contractors performing tasks associated to the Cathodic protection system &amp; the Damage Prevention programs. The supervisor will be responsible for compliance with Federal Code and State Regulations associated to both Damage Prevention and Corrosion Control.Review and communicate program metrics &amp; performance to management team. Provide review and guidance on operational best practices. Responsible for electronic corrosion data inspection processes and inspection databases. Oversee the damage prevention program including scheduling, tracking and reporting according to Berkshire gas Work Practices/Gas Operating Procedures.Responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, tracking and reporting a statewide Damage Prevention Program for Berkshire Gas to ensure protection against any damages that could impact the Berkshire gas facilities. May interact with regulatory agencies, local municipalities, Massachusetts Dig Safe, Industry Organizations, and third-party contractors to review problems/concerns and ensure compliance.Perform damage investigations on any damages that occurs within the system. The supervisor will support gas field operations and other departments within the Avangrid organization &amp; execute other duties as requested.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervises and directs a staff of Bargaining Unit employees.</li><li>Prepares and communicates corrosion program status and performance reports and maintains records for corrosion inspection, monitoring and identification of remedial activities in the group.</li><li>Maintains mandated cathodic protection system data including pipe/soil voltage readings, rectifier, and interference bond operational readings, databases, and other assigned group monitoring activities.</li><li>Identifies employee development and training opportunities within the group.</li><li>Responsible for proper application and availability of all necessary tools and equipment needed to perform corrosion control functions in the group.</li><li>Develops and maintains annual inspection and monitoring schedules in accordance with all regulatory requirements. Will recommend remedial actions to restore cathodic protection systems to mandate performance criteria.</li><li>Responsible for all electronic corrosion data inspection processes and inspection databases.</li><li>Supports Gas Field Operations and other departments in pipe jeeping, sparking condition investigations and capital project completion.</li><li>Applies company, industry, local, state, national codes, and standards, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Interacts with customers, developers, municipalities, agencies and others.</li><li>Manages technical support contractors and consultants.</li><li>Reviews, maintains, and utilizes SAP equipment data and SAP processes supporting the corporate use of contractor/consultant resources.</li><li>Works with internal mark out technicians to ensure accurate mark outs.</li><li>Reports to and investigates excavation damages and assists with data collection used for regulatory reporting of damage and compliance performance metrics.</li><li>May investigate and coordinate resolution of mapping issues between field operations and technical services when needed.</li><li>Reviews and tracks Blasting tickets and Cast-Iron Encroachment tickets, notifies proper departments as to the need of special monitoring of blasting activity per Company Operating Policy and Standards.</li><li>Runs reports from the ticket management system to update, maintain, review, and ensure the completion of high-quality documentation of 3rd party inspections and mark out completion forms by field personnel.</li><li>Promotes an internal safety culture through educational awareness and a public awareness program.</li><li>Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials, and emergency officials at local meetings.</li><li>Trains Company, second party, and third-party personnel as required.</li><li>Coordinates with Operations Supervisors to ensure damage prevention procedures and initiatives are in compliance.</li><li>Ensures that the MA Safe Digging Excavator Manual and the DPU excavation regulations are adhered to by third party contractors and company construction crews. May interact with regulatory agencies, local municipalities, industry organizations, and third-party contractors to solve problems/concerns and ensure compliance.</li><li>Employee is assigned to the specified location with travel to other operating divisions or Avangrid locations as needed. Occasional work outside of the service territory for industry or Government meetings or training may occur.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Education &amp; Experience Required:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.</li><li>Associate degree with a minimum of 7 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.</li><li>High School Diploma/GED required with 10 or more years’ relevant experience and the completion of the relevant progression program.</li><li>Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance</li><li>Knowledge of industry federal and state regulations</li><li>Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Certifications:<ul><li>Valid Driver’s License</li><li>AMPP CP-1 Certification</li><li>Will be required to obtain and maintain Operator Qualifications for natural gas</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Skills/Abilities:<ul><li>Results and customer service oriented.</li><li>Good oral and written communications skills.</li><li>Self-directed work skills with emphasis on multitasking.</li><li>Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, MS Outlook.</li><li>Demonstrated supervisory skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>Must be available for response after hours to work storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.</li><li>Technical problem-solving abilities</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>AMPP CP-1 (or higher)</li></ul>#LI-office#LI-MBCompany:THE BERKSHIRE GAS COMPANYMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:September-30-2026

Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future headquartered in Orange, CT, and has a footprint in 24 states with $40 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, and Renewables, the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 7,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company&rsquo;s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital in 2021 and 2022 as one of America&rsquo;s best corporate citizens and second in utilities for our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has been named one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.

Supervisor - Corrosion

Supervisor - Gas Operations Technical Services Damage Prevention/Corrosion Location: Pittsfield, MAReports to: Sr. Manager Gas Ops &amp; DistributionWork Type: FieldThe salary range for this position is based on experience level ranging from $96,400,000 to $120,500 plus up to 16% bonusWhat We Offer: Competitive benefits and growth opportunities Generous performance‑based bonuses 12% 401(k) match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceTuition reimbursement Professional development and clear career advancement pathwaysFor more information please visit: <a href="https://www.avangrid.com/peopleandtalent/careercenter/health-and-wellbeing">Benefits - Avangrid</a>Job SummaryEstablish and maintain centralized Corrosion Control &amp; Damage Prevention programs at Berkshire Gas. Responsible for coordination of bargaining unit employees and outside contractors performing tasks associated to the Cathodic protection system &amp; the Damage Prevention programs. The supervisor will be responsible for compliance with Federal Code and State Regulations associated to both Damage Prevention and Corrosion Control.Review and communicate program metrics &amp; performance to management team. Provide review and guidance on operational best practices. Responsible for electronic corrosion data inspection processes and inspection databases. Oversee the damage prevention program including scheduling, tracking and reporting according to Berkshire gas Work Practices/Gas Operating Procedures.Responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, tracking and reporting a statewide Damage Prevention Program for Berkshire Gas to ensure protection against any damages that could impact the Berkshire gas facilities. May interact with regulatory agencies, local municipalities, Massachusetts Dig Safe, Industry Organizations, and third-party contractors to review problems/concerns and ensure compliance.Perform damage investigations on any damages that occurs within the system. The supervisor will support gas field operations and other departments within the Avangrid organization &amp; execute other duties as requested.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervises and directs a staff of Bargaining Unit employees.</li><li>Prepares and communicates corrosion program status and performance reports and maintains records for corrosion inspection, monitoring and identification of remedial activities in the group.</li><li>Maintains mandated cathodic protection system data including pipe/soil voltage readings, rectifier, and interference bond operational readings, databases, and other assigned group monitoring activities.</li><li>Identifies employee development and training opportunities within the group.</li><li>Responsible for proper application and availability of all necessary tools and equipment needed to perform corrosion control functions in the group.</li><li>Develops and maintains annual inspection and monitoring schedules in accordance with all regulatory requirements. Will recommend remedial actions to restore cathodic protection systems to mandate performance criteria.</li><li>Responsible for all electronic corrosion data inspection processes and inspection databases.</li><li>Supports Gas Field Operations and other departments in pipe jeeping, sparking condition investigations and capital project completion.</li><li>Applies company, industry, local, state, national codes, and standards, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Interacts with customers, developers, municipalities, agencies and others.</li><li>Manages technical support contractors and consultants.</li><li>Reviews, maintains, and utilizes SAP equipment data and SAP processes supporting the corporate use of contractor/consultant resources.</li><li>Works with internal mark out technicians to ensure accurate mark outs.</li><li>Reports to and investigates excavation damages and assists with data collection used for regulatory reporting of damage and compliance performance metrics.</li><li>May investigate and coordinate resolution of mapping issues between field operations and technical services when needed.</li><li>Reviews and tracks Blasting tickets and Cast-Iron Encroachment tickets, notifies proper departments as to the need of special monitoring of blasting activity per Company Operating Policy and Standards.</li><li>Runs reports from the ticket management system to update, maintain, review, and ensure the completion of high-quality documentation of 3rd party inspections and mark out completion forms by field personnel.</li><li>Promotes an internal safety culture through educational awareness and a public awareness program.</li><li>Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials, and emergency officials at local meetings.</li><li>Trains Company, second party, and third-party personnel as required.</li><li>Coordinates with Operations Supervisors to ensure damage prevention procedures and initiatives are in compliance.</li><li>Ensures that the MA Safe Digging Excavator Manual and the DPU excavation regulations are adhered to by third party contractors and company construction crews. May interact with regulatory agencies, local municipalities, industry organizations, and third-party contractors to solve problems/concerns and ensure compliance.</li><li>Employee is assigned to the specified location with travel to other operating divisions or Avangrid locations as needed. Occasional work outside of the service territory for industry or Government meetings or training may occur.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Education &amp; Experience Required:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.</li><li>Associate degree with a minimum of 7 or more years’ relevant experience preferred.</li><li>High School Diploma/GED required with 10 or more years’ relevant experience and the completion of the relevant progression program.</li><li>Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance</li><li>Knowledge of industry federal and state regulations</li><li>Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Certifications:<ul><li>Valid Driver’s License</li><li>AMPP CP-1 Certification</li><li>Will be required to obtain and maintain Operator Qualifications for natural gas</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Skills/Abilities:<ul><li>Results and customer service oriented.</li><li>Good oral and written communications skills.</li><li>Self-directed work skills with emphasis on multitasking.</li><li>Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, MS Outlook.</li><li>Demonstrated supervisory skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>Must be available for response after hours to work storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.</li><li>Technical problem-solving abilities</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>AMPP CP-1 (or higher)</li></ul>#LI-office#LI-MBCompany:THE BERKSHIRE GAS COMPANYMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:September-30-2026

Supervisor - Corrosion

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