Corrosion Technician

Kinetik•Loco Hills, NM

About The Position

The Corrosion Technician operates and maintains cathodic protection facilities and plans and implements corrosion control activities for pipelines and storage facilities, including design, installation, operation, and maintenance. The role ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations. The position involves daily driving to various locations, outdoor work in adverse or extreme weather and temperature conditions, exposure to frequent loud noise and areas where hazardous materials require prolonged use of personal protective equipment, and working in close quarters in a range of positions while using tools or equipment. The role also requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and holding equipment and tools; climbing and working at various heights; and regularly lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with callouts and overtime as needed based on business necessity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
Ability to 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 attention to detail.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to drive safely in different types of weather conditions.
Ability to work effectively in the working conditions described in the posting.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds, working at various heights and in varied positions, and using physical force to handle tools and equipment.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance and meet applicable productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

Two years of corrosion control experience.
NACE CP1 certification.
Experience with PCS-CPDM.
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 action plans.
Maintain and update corrosion control records.
Design and inspect the installation of new cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
Represent the company in external matters related to corrosion control, including bond requests 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.