Corrosion Technician

Kinetik•Pecos, TX

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About The Position

Kinetik is hiring a Corrosion Technician to conduct cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control surveys, analyze corrosion data, and develop and implement action plans. The role tests, adjusts, and maintains existing cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities; maintains corrosion control records; and designs and inspects new equipment and facility installations. The technician also represents the company on external corrosion-control matters, analyzes corrosion-related failures or system changes, recommends and implements corrective actions, trains and assists personnel, and oversees corrosion-related projects. Other duties may be assigned. The work involves daily driving to various locations, outdoor work in adverse or extreme weather and temperature conditions, frequent loud noise, and areas where hazardous materials require prolonged PPE use. Work may take place in close quarters and involve kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while holding tools or equipment. Physical tasks include lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, climbing, working at varying heights, and lifting up to 35 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and internal and external customers.
Ability to handle stressful situations and respond to changing circumstances.
Ability to perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of detail.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, both individually and on teams.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to drive safely in different types of weather and work effectively in the stated working conditions.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds, climbing, and working in varied positions.

Nice To Haves

Two years of corrosion-control experience.
NACE CP1.
Two years of project-management experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control surveys.
Test, adjust, and maintain existing cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
Analyze and evaluate corrosion-control data and develop and implement plans of action.
Maintain and update corrosion-control records.
Design and inspect the installation of new cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
Represent the company on external matters pertaining to corrosion control, including requests for bonds and interference testing.
Analyze corrosion-related failures and system changes, and recommend and implement corrective action.
Train and assist company personnel in corrosion-control matters.
Oversee corrosion-related projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.