Description

Corrosion Technician

• This role installs, operates, and maintains components that avert pipeline and facility corrosion.
• Inspects and tests facilities and equipment to identify existing and potential corrosion problems. 
• Recommends course of action to eliminate or retard corrosion activity. 
• Troubleshoots corrosion issues using appropriate instruments, software or diagnostic equipment.
• Installs and inspects cathodic protection equipment.
• Repairs, replaces, and services corrosion equipment components.  
• Identifies outside currents negatively affecting company operations and initiates corrective steps. 
• Utilizes line locating equipment.  
• Monitors advancements related to corrosion technology practices, techniques, and regulations.  
• Maintains interactive work relationship with Specialists and Engineers to accurately and effectively complete job responsibilities. 
• Advises and assists in corrosion control design.  
• Directs and supports contractors to complete evaluations and reports, and to develop mitigation measures addressing deficiencies in the cathodic protection systems. 
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
   

Sr Corrosion Technician

• This role is technically proficient in all aspects of corrosion control. Installs, operates and performs tests, repairs, and maintenance related to components that avert pipeline and facility corrosion.
• Inspects and tests facilities and equipment to identify existing and potential corrosion problems.
• Recommends course of action to eliminate or retard corrosion activity.  
• Installs and inspects cathodic protection equipment. 
• Troubleshoots corrosion issues using appropriate instruments, software or diagnostic equipment.  
• Builds and maintains a network of corrosion professionals by actively participating in local corrosion control committees.  
• Repairs, replaces, and services corrosion equipment components.  
• Identifies outside currents negatively affecting company operations and initiates corrective steps.  
• Utilizing line locating equipment.  
• Monitors advancements related to corrosion technology practices, techniques, and regulations and proactively recommends those advancements that help increase reliability and/or reduce cost.
• Maintains interactive work relationship with Specialists and Engineers to accurately and effectively complete job responsibilities.  
• Directs and supports contractors to complete evaluations and reports, and to develop mitigation measures to effectively address deficiencies in the cathodic protection systems. 
• Advises and assists in corrosion control design. 
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

Corrosion Technician

One (1) year of technical experience required. ***Technical is defined as aviation maintenance, diesel, natural gas, compression, instrumentation, controls, electrical, electro-mechanical or corrosion. 
 

• Knowledge of corrosion control and electrical principles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations related to corrosion, and record keeping. 
• Ability to use and maintain corrosion testing, cathodic protection equipment, and line locating equipment. 
• Ability to define problems, collect data, document findings and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, maps, specifications, plans, and wiring diagrams pertaining to corrosion control.
• Ability to communicate effectively, speak persuasively and develop rapport.
• Ability to operate personal computer and utilize software packages.
• Ability to work effectively in inclement weather conditions. 
• Ability to carry equipment and parts (50-100 pounds) from vehicle to worksite, possibly over rough terrain.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a company vehicle. 

Sr Corrosion Technician

3 years of verifiable cathodic protection work 

• Knowledge of corrosion control and electrical principles.
• Knowledge of DOT and PHMSA regulations related to corrosion control, and record keeping.
• Ability to use and maintain corrosion testing and cathodic protection equipment, and line locating equipment.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills to remediate corrosion issues.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, accurate repair & maintenance records and other documents.
• Ability to work independently without supervisory assistance.
• Ability to operate diagnostic testing equipment (multi-meter, oscilloscope, voltage recording devices, etc.).
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, maps, plans, and wiring diagrams pertaining to corrosion control.
• Ability to communicate effectively, speak persuasively, and develop rapport.
• Ability to operate personal computer and utilize software packages such as close-interval survey software, remote monitoring software, field computer software or voltage recorder software.
• Ability to lead project teams, assume project supervisor role, and develop action plans with corrosion control projects.
• Ability to work effectively in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to carry equipment and parts (50 to 100 pounds) from vehicle to worksite, possibly over rough terrain.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a company vehicle.

***Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.

***Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering quality for our customers.

Education
Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree.) If a candidate does not hold a technical degree, two additional years, technical, hands on, progressive work experience is required a (total of 3 years’ verifiable cathodic protection and 2 years technical work experience is required).

Preferred Degree
Technical ***Technical is defined as aviation maintenance, diesel, natural gas, compression, instrumentation, controls, electrical, electro-mechanical or corrosion.

Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards

Corrosion Technician

AMPP CP-1 (cathodic protection tester) Certification must be obtained within 15 months of start date.

Sr Corrosion Technician

AMPP (NACE) CP-2 (Cathodic Protection Technician); and AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 1 (Coating Inspector Program) or KTA Basic Coatings Inspection course, and AMPP (NACE) Internal Corrosion Basic Course (Internal Corrosion Technologist)