Corrosion Technician II

Overview

Summary:

Provides technical support on a regional or system basis relating to corrosion control and pipeline integrity.  Monitors cathodic protection and internal corrosion control facilities.  Conducts internal and external specialized corrosion tests on steel structures. Supports planning and management of Cathodic Protection (CP) Program and oversees Cathodic Protection Projects to include design and installation.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Install, operates and maintains cathodic protection facilities, power lines, galvanic anodes, and corrosion control facilities.
• Monitors the conditions of the pipeline through pipe-to-soil potentials, visual inspection, examination of coupons, data from in-line tools, etc.
• Monitors electrical isolation and identifies points of electrical shorts.
• Conducts various tests, measurements, and surveys to ensure efficient operation of cathodic protection facilities.
• Performs coating evaluations for atmospheric corrosion control.
• Inspects the work activities of third-party vendors
• Mentors fellow team members when the opportunity arises.
• Analyzes material and structure layout to identify the most appropriate design of CP systems. 
• Supervises impressed and galvanic CP system installations.
• Prepares specifications for materials and execution of projects. Provides cost estimation for CP Systems.

• Analyzes raw field data for erroneous information and potential trouble spots.

• Assists and trains entry-level technicians.

• Supports the Pipeline Integrity Program.

Supervisory Responsibilities                                                    

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                                  

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills                                                              

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills                                                     

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability                                                          

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills    

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

NACE CP1 Certification required. NACE CP2 Certification preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities                                                           

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Strict attention to detail.

Self-starter and capable of working independently.

Other Qualifications                                                    

Mechanical aptitude and advanced understanding of electrical current and magnetic fields.

Must be able to perform high-level mathematical equations and electrical theories.

A complete understanding Corrosion Principles and their causes.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.