Corrosion Technician

Targa Resources Corp.•Midkiff, TX

38d

About The Position

The Corrosion Technician responsibilities include but are not limited to gathering annual pipe-to-soil survey data; gathering rectifier readings and troubleshooting rectifier units; performing interference testing; and designing, overseeing installation of, and developing as-built drawings for cathodic protection facilities. This position is directly involved in the field operation of pipelines and facilities in the transportation and movement of natural gas.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience in pipeline and cathodic protection
Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, vendors and the public
Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50 lbs
Ability to work in changing climate conditions
Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing
Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Certified AMPP Corrosion Technician I or II Certification
Knowledge of Maximo
Knowledge of CFR 49 Part 192, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, NACE, API, GPA
Knowledge of Management of Change Process
Knowledge of GPS and GPS Systems
Read and Understand PIDs
Read and Understand Pipeline Maps and Alignment Sheets
Knowledge of DC Circuits, OHM's Law, and the application to cathodic protection systems
Knowledge of AC & DC electrical systems
Knowledge of common pipeline corrosion control related equipment, such as line locators, digital multi-meter, soil-resistivity kit, CSE half cells, and data collectors
Knowledge of pipeline coating systems
Knowledge of Pipeline ROW Maintenance
Knowledge of Pipeline third-party activities, encroachment
Knowledge of pipeline operations and the characteristics for the products transported by pipeline

Responsibilities

Take a proactive approach in mitigating developing threats and ongoing events through close contact with the Pipeline Controllers and Pipeline Technicians.
Must demonstrate the ability to recognize, analyze, and respond to abnormal conditions in a timely manner to minimize potential impact to people and the environment as well as eliminating risk to the liability of the company.
Responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the pipeline and pipeline facilities.
Take a proactive approach in mitigating developing threats and ongoing events through close contact with the Pipeline Controllers and Pipeline Technicians
Responsible for all elements of the Field Corrosion Control Program and supports the pipeline integrity program
Perform periodic inspections and routine maintenance on the pipeline system and complete maintenance records, service/ calibration reports, and other required documents
Responsible for responding to Pipeline one calls and locates
Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the vehicle
Train and Obtain DOT qualifications to perform certain DOT pipeline tasks
Perform routine field startup/shutdown of pipeline facility equipment
Installs and maintains cathodic protection systems and internal corrosion control equipment
Conducts internal and external evaluations of pipelines to evaluate new or existing corrosion, and assesses the condition of pipeline coatings
Performs various tests, measurements, and surveys to ensure efficient operation of cathodic protection facilities
Evaluates, develops and monitors data as part of an internal corrosion control program
Gathers and evaluates data, prepares corrosion control recommendations and oversees corrosion mitigation measures
Leads efforts to design and implement effective long-term cathodic protection systems
Prepares documentation of all work associated with regulatory and compliance associated tasks
Prepares drawings, job specifications, contractor scopes-of-work, and contract bid documents
Performs coating evaluations for atmospheric corrosion control and prepare mitigation plans
Participates in regulatory inspections
Inspects 3rd party construction / work activities
Mentors fellow employees when appropriate
Comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations, local policies and procedures
Attend all safety meetings and safety training as required by company
Execute all maintenance activities (leak repair, installation, line spotting, ROW clearing, etc.) related to pipelines. Able to operate backhoe, pothole excavator, rock saw
Troubleshoot problem areas (road crossings, foreign lines, casing shorts, salt plugs, etc.) and recommend corrective actions if appropriate
Relieve Pipeline Technicians (vacation, sick, new pipeline projects) when needed
Working knowledge of deep wells, rectifiers and pipe to soil testing
Maintain record keeping (filing cabinet, laptop computer) on all work performed
Other duties as assigned.