Corrosion Technician

Job ID #: 28472 Location: TX-CUERO

Functional Area: Misc./Trades Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: High School Diploma

RC/Department: 6328 -PPL CORROSION :TRMX

Position Description

Primary purpose:

• The primary purpose of the Corrosion Technician is to operate and maintain the corrosion control facilities through planning and implementation of corrosion control activities for pipelines and storage facilities, including installation, operation and maintenance. The corrosion technician must also ensure compliance with company policies/procedures as well as federal and state regulations.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for all activities related to corrosion control (Internal/External) and pipeline integrity.

• Cathodic protection includes recording annual pipe-to-soil readings, rectifier readings, bond readings, road casing status, insulated effectiveness with an Allegro data recorder. Analyze and make recommendations based on the data collected.

• Troubleshooting rectifier units, remote monitoring, perform interference testing, and overseeing cathodic protection installations.

• Supervise contractor on new groundbed installations and close interval survey(s).

• Monitor the condition of the pipeline through pipe-to-soil potentials, visual inspection, examination of coupons, data from in-line inspection tools, etc.

• Conduct industry tests, measurements and surveys to ensure efficient operation of cathodic protection equipment.

• Responsible for all activities related to internal corrosion control program for assigned pipeline areas.

• Collect all internal corrosion liquid samples at liquid sample pots and at pig traps.

• Collect and replace corrosion coupons from designated corrosion coupon sites.

• Complete in field liquid sample chemical analysis and bacterial testing.

• Load all data to the Kinder Morgan internal corrosion database (TSIMS) on a timely basis.

• Maintain all field internal corrosion equipment.

• Set corrosion inhibitor injection rates as prescribed by the Corrosion Support Group.

• Witness and document internal inspection of pipeline sections including piping in facilities.

• Collect data required to define the nature of internal corrosion threat and the effectiveness of mitigation actions.

• Prepare and participate in internal and external annual review meetings.

• Document all related work associated with performing and maintaining regulatory compliance and operating and maintenance procedures.

• Prepare and participate in regulatory inspections.

• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

  Position Requirements

  Minimum requirements:Education:

• High school diploma, or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of corrosion control experience.

• Approved educational courses in all phases of corrosion including internal, external, and atmospheric corrosion.

• Understand and operate all corrosion related instrumentation.

• Working knowledge of environmental and safety aspects of coating projects.

• Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems.

• Proficient with computer skills (MS Office, operating systems, company software, and technical systems).

• Basic Math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, etc.).

• Experience with PCS-CPDM compliance software.

• Grade level of job depends on prior experience as a skilled technician and industry related experience.

• Proficient with electronic test instruments.

  Experience / specific Knowledge:

Certification, licenses, registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

• Achieve and maintain all qualifications, certifications, and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

• Completion of any site-specific technical training may be applicable.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communications skills are required. Must be able to read and comprehend written documents, instructions and directions, as well as be able to accurately pass on information and instructions to co-workers.

• Must be accountable and take direction from Managers, keep required work schedules, which include regular and predictable job attendance; focus attention on details; follow work rules.

• Must be able to pass Operator Qualification requirements (OQ)

• Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is necessary in order to interface with company communication systems.

• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction.

• Ability to operate and maintain chemical injection and pressure access equipment.

• Well-balanced interpersonal skills. Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, consultants, and representatives of various local, state and federal agencies.

• In order to meet the various maintenance and general operational requirements, a mechanical aptitude is necessary.

• Safe work practice and active participation in the safety program.

Physical demands:

• Employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies and/or Company Policy.

• Work is performed outside in varying and sometimes extreme weather situations.

• Perform physical labor in a variety of extreme climatic conditions, including walking, bending, stooping, climbing tanks, digging, lifting and general manual labor.

• Field activities may include walking to and amidst work and/or construction sites, climbing in and out of trenches, working around heavy equipment, negotiating rough terrain, areas of loose rock and working in confined spaces.

• Must be able to climb tanks (averaging about 60 steps) safely and without assistance, including holding on to a handrail with one hand and carrying equipment (such as tank gauging tools) and/or tool bag in other hand.

• Job requires visual acuity to see and work at a computer screen, read gauges and other measuring devices, as well as the ability to hear various alarms.

• Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities.

Working conditions:

• Job entails call-outs on a 24-hour emergency basis and an ability to work long hours, weekends, nights and holidays, when required.

• Must carry a cell phone and respond to calls in a timely manner 24/7.

• Overnight travel may be required.

• Position subject to 24-hour call-out, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Overtime required and extended work hours in cases of emergencies.

• Depending upon the location and workload, travel may be required.

• May be required to work alone (unsupervised).

• May be exposed to some crude oil products containing chemicals which may be related to certain types of illnesses or reproductive toxicity. Some emit vapors under certain conditions, are flammable and may be explosive under certain circumstances.

• Must be able to frequently, enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, walkways, etc.

• Exposure to smells and vapor associated with crude petroleum products.

• Climatic conditions are determined by location assignment and may include severe seasonal changes including both winter conditions with frequent snow or extreme summer heat and sun, depending upon geographic location.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional).

Supervisory responsibility:

• None

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:

Above the minimum requirement; not required but advantageous in this position:

• AMPP certification (CP-2 and Internal Corrosion)

• Proficient with PCS CPDM Software

• Working knowledge of AMPP standards

• Experience in all phases of corrosion control and pipeline integrity as described in the Job Responsibilities.

• Experience with crude oil pipeline internal corrosion control programs.

• Knowledge of company policies, TRRC, and DOT regulations.

• Knowledge and experience with safe handling practices of liquid products.

  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.