Corrosion Specialist/ Sr Corrosion Specialist

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP Human Resources•Edna, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Boardwalk Pipelines is seeking a Corrosion Specialist or Senior Corrosion Specialist for its Edna, Texas office. The successful candidate must reside within 30 miles of the Edna, TX Compressor Station. This position manages daily corrosion-control activities in assigned areas, including cathodic protection, data acquisition and interpretation, and related corrections and repairs. It oversees computerized compliance documentation and corrosion-control data, ensures compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, and identifies alternative solutions for effective corrosion control in consultation with the appropriate Region Corrosion Leader. The position also completes assigned Operator Qualification tasks for the Corrosion program and certain pipeline operations and maintenance procedures. Geographical responsibilities may be adjusted to manage workload. The role involves researching industry technologies and best practices to improve efficiency, regularly representing the current corrosion situation to asset owners, and explaining and inspecting corrosion-related construction projects in the area. The employee may occasionally assist other areas. The successful candidate must have or obtain NACE Corrosion Level “Tester” certification or higher as requested within one year of hire. The role requires the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for at least 50 feet, operate valve control wheels for at least 50 turns, and work alone as required in extreme weather, including hot, cold, muddy, and wet conditions. A valid driver license and safe driving record are required. Employment is contingent on pre-employment drug and substance abuse testing.

Requirements

More than 3 years of corrosion-control experience or pipeline-operating experience.
Knowledge and experience with DOT 195 and DOT 192 compliance.
Basic understanding of corrosion-control methodologies and cathodic protection as applied to pipelines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with personnel at all levels.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and schedule multiple projects.
Experience with Microsoft programs.
Ability to read, understand, and follow company procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for a minimum of 50 feet to transfer tools and equipment.
Ability to operate valve control wheels with a minimum of 50 turns.
Ability to work alone as required in extreme hot, cold, muddy, and wet weather conditions.
Valid driver license with a safe driving record.
Must reside within 30 miles of the Edna, TX Compressor Station.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must obtain NACE Corrosion Level “Tester” certification or higher as requested within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

10 years of gas pipeline experience.
10 years of liquid pipeline experience.
Industry-related electrical experience.
Associate or technical degree.

Responsibilities

Manage daily corrosion-control activities for assigned areas, including cathodic protection.
Acquire and interpret corrosion-control data and arrange associated corrections and repairs.
Oversee computerized compliance documentation and required corrosion-control data for assigned areas.
Ensure regulatory compliance with appropriate agencies.
Proactively identify alternative corrosion-control solutions in consultation with the Region Corrosion Leader.
Complete assigned Operator Qualification tasks for the Corrosion program and certain pipeline-related operations and maintenance procedures.
Research new industry technologies and best practices to improve business efficiency.
Provide asset owners with regular information on the current corrosion situation.
Explain and inspect corrosion-related construction projects within the assigned area.
Occasionally assist other areas.
Obtain NACE Corrosion Level “Tester” certification or higher as requested within one year of hire.