National Grid has an opening for a Chemist to perform gas analysis at our Greenpoint Gas Lab in Brooklyn, NY.
Job PurposeJob consists of taking gas samples throughout the company territory; and analyzing for leak determination, gas quality components, odorant presence, moisture content, and any additional physical characteristics of gas samples, as needed. You will respond on emergency occasions, to gas leaks, disturbances, fires, incidents, burn outs, and dispatched requested calls, including off hours and weekends. Gas analysis work is typically performed at the gas laboratory located in Greenpoint but may occasionally be done in the field. You will work closely with many other departments supplying analytical services as requested.
Key AccountabilitiesCandidate should have:
A working knowledge of Gas Distribution, Gas Operations, LNG/CNG operation, and Customer Field Services with respect that these are our primary customers and know how each department affects National Grid. Technical and mechanical skills involving fitting work and field equipment. Experience working with sophisticated instrumentation and field equipment (Ex: Bascom Turner CGI, DETX Odorameter, Dewpoint Analyzers, etc.) B.S Degree in Chemistry or related field, accredited laboratory certification, or laboratory experience desired but not required. Previous analytical laboratory experience would be beneficial; training would be furnished. Experience working with live gas at LP/HP facilities or gate station environment. Ability to work overtime occasionally for extended work and work within a call out rotation. Working knowledge of computers utilizing MS Works, Excel, Word, and Access would be helpful. Worked with compressed gas cylinders, to move, connect, regulate, and monitor pressure safely. Quality control/assurance background desired but not required. Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with various company personnel at site and in the laboratory. Ability to travel, when working outside our jurisdiction (DNY) is required. QualificationsCandidate must have:
Valid driver’s license; commercial driver license is preferred. An accurate or proficient sense of smell to odorants used in our industry. Knowledge and skill in recognizing and reacting to abnormal operating condition. Must pass and retain Op. Qual. Tasks #20, 69, and 70 from Technical Learning Must pass and retain FDNY C-14 Certification of Fitness Must pass and retain FedEx “Shipping Dangerous/Hazardous Goods” More Information
Location: Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Pay Rate: $50.26 per hour
Hours: Mon – Fri 6am – 2:30PM
Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.
Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.
National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.
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