Full-Time PLI Techs (Pipeline Integrity) - Duluth, MN
About The Position
Acuren is recruiting full-time Pipeline Integrity (PLI) Technicians for its Duluth, Minnesota location. Working within the Pipeline Integrity Services group, technicians perform technical and operational assignments related to pipeline field examination, analysis, review, and reporting of pipeline inspection data to support customers’ pipeline integrity management programs. Approximately 90% of the role is spent in the field, field office, and traveling across the United States; approximately 10% is spent at the home division location. Technicians work independently for extended periods in remote areas. Relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus are available for qualified candidates. The posted pay range is $32.69–$52.88 per hour, depending on experience and applicable certifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance positions.
- Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements.
- Current and valid Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 certification.
- Current and valid Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2 certification.
- At least one of the following certifications or endorsements: Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan), Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping, Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD, or In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester).
- Must be based in Duluth, Minnesota, or be willing to relocate.
Nice To Haves
- Some college education.
- Technical background.
- NACE Level CIP Level I or CP Level I.
Responsibilities
- Follow Acuren and customer procedures and specifications, including reporting requirements.
- Assess as-found pipe condition, including coating, soils, topography, and cathodic protection.
- Examine pipe for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing anomalies.
- Correlate as-found pipe features with Inline Inspection (ILI) logs.
- Conduct fitness-for-service evaluations in accordance with ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG.
- Conduct hazard assessments before beginning work and follow safe work procedures.
- Calibrate and set up NDE equipment.
- Provide clients with timely, quality services.
- Follow regulatory requirements, codes, procedures, and techniques.
- Maintain custody, care, and correct use of technical equipment, tools, machinery, publications, materials, job items, vehicles, and other assets.
- Apply an understanding of pipeline integrity processes, techniques, and procedures.
- Write pipeline integrity inspection reports and assist other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting.
- Maintain metrics for reporting, costs, productivity, and priority digs.
- Update pipeline integrity databases and manage FTP sites.
- Attend operational meetings with customer engineers and project engineers or managers.
- Assist with dig packages and cost estimating.
- Provide on-the-job training and guidance to PLI Assistants and PLI Junior Technicians.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
- Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
- Competitive salary.
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
