Corrosion Technician

Kinder Morgan•Greensboro, NC

About The Position

The Corrosion Technician serves as a technician responsible for activities related to corrosion control and pipeline integrity. The position may be filled at varied levels depending on experience and qualifications. The technician gathers and evaluates corrosion-control and pipeline-integrity data, performs and oversees cathodic protection work, recommends and implements mitigation measures, and documents work to support regulatory compliance and operating and maintenance procedures. The role coordinates with Operations to minimize operational impacts and may oversee construction or work activities performed by third parties. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions, with travel that may include overnight assignments. The terminal operates 24/7, and the role requires availability for call-outs and overtime. There is no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
At least two years of successful work experience in a Cathodic Protection-related field.
Working knowledge of the CPDM Cathodic Protection Data Management System program or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability, through successful work history, to serve as a trainer for other technicians in core competency.
Proficiency in all core disciplines.
Ability to effectively manage projects.
Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision within an acceptable time frame.
Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems, corrosion-related portions of NEC, and NACE standards.
Knowledge of Company Policies and DOT regulations.
NACE CP-1 Certification, or ability to attain it within 12 months of being awarded the job.
Must meet criteria to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC), as required by USCG/DHS regulations.
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including sending and receiving email, performing inventory accounting, and entering repair work orders.
Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work independently.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Corrosion disciplines, or equivalent experience.
NACE CP-2 Certification.
NACE CP 2 Cathodic Protection Technician qualification.
NACE Coating Inspector Level I or II.
Basic Internal Corrosion Technician qualification.
Qualifications, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities above the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

Gather and evaluate corrosion-control and pipeline-integrity data, including annual pipe-to-soil surveys and rectifier readings.
Troubleshoot rectifier units and perform interference testing.
Recommend and design needed cathodic facilities, oversee their installation, and prepare as-built drawings.
Recommend, perform, and oversee mitigative measures.
Document work related to regulatory compliance and operating and maintenance procedures.
Safely and efficiently install, maintain, calibrate, and repair Cathodic Protection equipment.
Comply with Company Safety Rules and Regulations and attend assigned operations and safety training courses.
Coordinate with the Operations Department as required to minimize operational impacts.
Perform periodic inspections of electrical isolation and identify points of electrical shorts.
Work cooperatively with others and accept supervision and direction.
Oversee construction and/or work activities performed by third parties.
Maintain completion status of ROW OQ defense training.
Perform duties assigned by supervision.