Corrosion Technician III

Southern Company • Villa Rica, GA

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About The Position

The Corrosion Technician III position at Southern Company is responsible for inspecting and maintaining cathodic protection systems and equipment to control corrosion damage. This role ensures compliance with regulations and standards while utilizing various scientific principles to mitigate corrosion. The technician will lead and provide guidance to lower-level technicians, troubleshoot complex systems, and maintain accurate records of corrosion control activities.

Requirements

• Associate degree from a technical or trade school with a math, electrical, or science-based curriculum, or a high school diploma with equivalent experience.
• NACE CP2 Certification (Cathodic Protection Technician).
• NACE Corrosion Technologist Certification or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• 6 years of pipeline cathodic protection/corrosion control experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and understand codes, standards, and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge of basic electrical principles and Ohm's Law.
• Intermediate proficiency in mathematics (Algebra & Geometry).
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Data analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Pipeline Compliance System (PCS) and Field Data Logger (Allegro, MESA 3 Tablet, etc.).
• Proficiency in Geographic Information System (GIS).

Nice To Haves

• NACE CP3 (Cathodic Protection Technologist).
• NACE Sr. Corrosion Technologist Certification.
• NACE CIP 1 or NACE PCS 1 certification.
• 10 years of pipeline cathodic protection/corrosion control experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance surveys and inspections according to applicable codes and standards.
• Perform timely troubleshooting of cathodic protection systems.
• Create remediation work orders for necessary repairs and installations.
• Monitor and mitigate Alternating Current (AC) effects on cathodic protection systems.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Guide and assist Corrosion Apprentice/Level I/Level II Technicians.
• Design advanced cathodic protection systems.
• Maintain and update corrosion control mapping systems (GIS).
• Troubleshoot and maintain rectifiers effectively.
• Calibrate half-cells according to established procedures.
• Conduct atmospheric inspections of exposed pipe spans.
• Monitor corrosion control records for compliance in designated databases.
• Perform and analyze indirect surveys (CIS, DCVG, ACVG, ACCA, etc.).
• Oversee corrosion contractors and provide scheduling direction.
• Evaluate lower-level corrosion technicians for OQ compliance.
• Generate necessary reports from database systems.
• Analyze survey data for compliance and effectiveness.
• Support engineering and construction projects with corrosion control needs.
• Enter new facilities and compliance data into the system accurately and timely.
• Participate in regulatory audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• Support for physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• Potential eligibility for additional compensation through incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees