Corrosion Tech III

Excel Talent Solutions•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Corrosion Technician III Position is assigned, but not limited to an operational area where they are responsible for the following: Compliance surveys and all associated inspections (e.g., annual test points, isolated services, casings, bonds, foreign crossings) in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures. Timely cathodic protection troubleshooting. Timely creation of remediation work orders (e.g., install anodes, clear short, install insulator, repair / replace test station). Alternating Current (AC) Monitoring and Mitigation Follows through with necessary departments to ensure timely completion. Provide guidance/assistance to Corrosion Apprentice/Level I/Level II Technicians. Advanced design of cathodic protection systems. Maintenance and updates of corrosion control mapping systems (GIS) in a timely fashion. Advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of rectifiers Calibrating half-cells in accordance with procedures Atmospheric inspection of exposed pipe spans in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures. Monitoring of corrosion control records to ensure compliance in the company designated databases and database systems. Perform & Analyze Indirect Surveys (CIS, DCVG, ACVG, ACCA, etc.) Provide Corrosion Contractor Oversight & Schedule Direction OQ Evaluation of lower-level Corrosion technicians Generate reports from company designated database systems as needed. Analysis of survey data. Provides relevant support / inspection for cathodic protection needs on engineering / construction projects. Provides corrosion control-related support to internal departments or external contract support. Accurately enters new facilities and compliance data into the appropriate system of record in a timely fashion. Participates as needed in regulatory audits to ensure compliance. Maintain a safe work environment.

Requirements

The Corrosion Technician III is the highest level of the Corrosion Job Family and is seen as a leader (SME) in the department.
A Level III Corrosion Technician has the highest level of technical expertise, provides training to others (inside and outside of department), presents difficult topics to improve awareness, be able to troubleshoot complicated systems, be able to install equipment, assist with writing and maintaining technical policies and procedures, assist in design of new facilities and actively assist in the development of other technicians.
This position requires demonstration of good work habits by working both efficiently and productively.
The Corrosion Technician III is required to demonstrate a knowledge of procedures, company policies, safety systems and equipment, exhibit safe work habits, have the necessary qualifications under the company’s OQ policy, and have proven the depth of corrosion control knowledge over time.
Associate degree – technical / trade school with math, electrical, or science-based curriculum OR High school diploma with equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Corrosion Control Management Team will evaluate a candidate’s equivalent education and experience to determine if the individual meets the qualifications for the position.
NACE CP2 Certification (Cathodic Protection Technician)
NACE Corrosion Technologist Certification or company designated equivalent.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
6 years pipeline cathodic protection / corrosion control experience.
MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency
Attention to detail.
Organizational Skills - Intermediate
Ability to read and understand codes, standards, and procedures.
Knowledge of basic electrical principles – intermediate proficiency
Electrical knowledge (Ohms Law)
Mathematics aptitude – intermediate proficiency (Algebra & Geometry)
Problem solving skills.
Critical Thinking
Data Analysis.
Pipeline Compliance System (PCS) proficiency
Field Data Logger Proficiency (Allegro, MESA 3 Tablet, etc.)
Geographic Information System (GIS) proficiency

Nice To Haves

A Corrosion Technician III may enter the role with direct corrosion control experience and industry recognized certifications (NACE/AMPP).
NACE CP3 (Cathodic Protection Technologist)
NACE Sr. Corrosion Technologist Certification
NACE CIP 1 or NACE PCS 1
10 years pipeline cathodic protection / corrosion control experience.

Responsibilities

Survey the pipes, take measurements (READINGS) to check for corrosion issues, identify low readings, prevent leaks and to ensure the pipes are in compliance with regulatory standards.
Interpret the data, troubleshoot, enter that data into the database, move that data to the correct people for resolution (Corrosion Engs).
Perform compliance surveys and all associated inspections (e.g., annual test points, isolated services, casings, bonds, foreign crossings) in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures.
Perform timely cathodic protection troubleshooting.
Create timely remediation work orders (e.g., install anodes, clear short, install insulator, repair / replace test station).
Perform Alternating Current (AC) Monitoring and Mitigation.
Follow through with necessary departments to ensure timely completion.
Provide guidance/assistance to Corrosion Apprentice/Level I/Level II Technicians.
Perform advanced design of cathodic protection systems.
Maintain and update corrosion control mapping systems (GIS) in a timely fashion.
Perform advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of rectifiers.
Calibrate half-cells in accordance with procedures.
Perform atmospheric inspection of exposed pipe spans in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and procedures.
Monitor corrosion control records to ensure compliance in the company designated databases and database systems.
Perform & Analyze Indirect Surveys (CIS, DCVG, ACVG, ACCA, etc.).
Provide Corrosion Contractor Oversight & Schedule Direction.
Perform OQ Evaluation of lower-level Corrosion technicians.
Generate reports from company designated database systems as needed.
Analyze survey data.
Provide relevant support / inspection for cathodic protection needs on engineering / construction projects.
Provide corrosion control-related support to internal departments or external contract support.
Accurately enter new facilities and compliance data into the appropriate system of record in a timely fashion.
Participate as needed in regulatory audits to ensure compliance.
Maintain a safe work environment.