Corrosion Technician CO2
Company: Kinder Morgan
Location: Midland
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Position Description
Looking for a motivated individual to join our cathodic protection
team. The CP Technician will be responsible for all facets of field
corrosion prevention duties including: cathodic protection,
internal corrosion control, atmospheric corrosion control, tank
corrosion control, design/installation and operation/maintenance
project support.The Corrosion Technician must also ensure
compliance with company policies, procedures as well as federal and
state regulations.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Possess knowledge in internal corrosion control.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the internal corrosion chemical
program, including extraction and insertion corrosion coupons.
- Knowledge on adjustments of chemical injection pumps. Schedule
swabs runs and determine the amount of chemical required.
- Monitoring product downtime and flow velocities
- Bacterial analysis and compositional water analysis
- Design, install, operate and maintain rectifiers and ground
beds for cathodic protection.
- Maintain rectifiers which protect pipeline and tanks externally
with impressed current.
- Maintain a sacrificial anode system.
- Manage contractor crews for corrosion projects; (coating
pipelines, tanks and installing various CP systems).
- Supervise and/or conduct CIS/Depolarization surveys and analyze
data. Follow analysis of data with remedial actions needed.
- Conduct coating/inspections and repairs on pipelines and
tanks.
- Use ultrasonic thickness testing equipment to determine metal
integrity on piping and tanks.
- Locate submerged lines with line finder.
- Repair printed circuit boards, alarm modules, and rectifier
stacks.
- Installation and maintenance of CP test stations, pipeline
signs, and aerial markers.
- Troubleshoot, identify, and repair buried negatives
cables.
- Supervise contractor crews on new ground bed installations and
complete required documentation.
- Annual/Periodic surveys following NACE/DOT criteria to insure
proper CP protection.
- Proficient in AC corrosion control, mitigation, monitoring and
evaluation of data.
- Assist management in planning future budget needs for CP
improvements.
- Assist with all regulatory inspections.
- Maintain Operator Qualifications (OQ).
- Utilize company systems and applications for tracking and
documenting inspections.
- Complete special projects and annual objectives as
assigned.
- Maintain a regular and dependable attendance, and high level of
performance.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of
company assets and employees, and the general public.
- Performs other related duties as assigned. Job level
commensurate with experience and skill sets.
Optional work location in Denver City, TX
Position Requirements
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a
driving record satisfactory to the company and its
insurers.Experience, Specific Knowledge, Certification, & Licenses:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in pipeline or related
operations
- NACE Corrosion Technician or Corrosion Technologist
Certification
- Internal corrosion knowledge is a requirement
- Knowledge and hands on experience with PCS/CPDM software
application is a requirement
- Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Competencies & Skills:
- Exercise skill in the monitoring, maintenance, and repair of
cathodic protection facilities.
- Plan, organize, and oversee assigned work programs.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks and requests.
- Analyze and evaluate operations; develop and implement
corrective action to resolve problems.
- Use senses of sight, hearing, and smell to aid in the
identification of systems and equipment malfunction.
- Distinguish basic colors.
- Physically perform the essential job functions.
- In order to meet the various maintenance and general
operational requirements, a mechanical aptitude is necessary.
- Must be self-motivated and capable of working alone and/or with
minimal supervision.
- 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, vendors, and regulatory
agencies.
- Well-balanced interpersonal skills and demonstrable verbal and
written communication skills.
- Must be accountable and take direction from supervisors, keep
required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow
work rules.
- Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are
essential. Must be a problem solver with the ability to find
resolutions and/or provide recommendations.Working Conditions:
- Physical demands- Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
- Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions,
climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, and carry up to 50
pounds.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- May drive a 4-wheeled drive vehicle several hours per day. Must
be able to navigate pipeline right-of-way without accidents or
equipment damage.
- Travel to remote areas within a particular region may involve
extended periods of driving, both on and off road. Working
environment will involve exposure to extreme weather conditions,
difficult terrain, traffic hazards, wildlife, snakes, spiders and
other crawling and flying insects.
- Work in remote areas is often performed alone and without
direct supervision; judgment is required when consultation with
management is not possible. Must schedule and monitor own work, and
work of indirect reports.
- Travel may be required including overnight stays for several
days.
- Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative
activities.
- Work is performed outside in conditions that may include winter
conditions or extreme summer heat and sun, with temperatures
ranging from 20F - 120F.
- Must plan, schedule and monitor your own work.Position subject
to 24-hour call-out.
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.
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