Corrosion Technician - USW

About the role

The Corrosion Technician position is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL) Joliet, IL warehouse located at 2300 South I-80 Frontage Road, Joliet, IL 60436. This role is part of the United Steelworkers union. This is a Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of technical support on a regional or system basis relating to corrosion control and pipeline integrity.
• Design and maintain cathodic protection and internal corrosion control facilities.
• Conduct internal and external specialized corrosion tests on steel structures.
• The proper design, installation, operation, and maintenance of cathodic protection equipment and other corrosion control facilities on high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems.
• The preparation of written documents including action plans, closure reports, technical papers, site-specific plans, bid packages, annual corrosion reviews, emails, budgets, etc.
• Recognize corrosion related concerns and perform corrosion control tests, inspections, measurements, surveys, and evaluate data collected to ensure effective operation of corrosion control facilities.
• Install or supervising the installation of corrosion control facilities, maintaining these facilities and producing adequate records/documentation by use of field sketches, as-built prints, computer software, and field note sheets.
• Gather and analyze the corrosion control data as required by regulations, industry standards, and company procedures.
• Compile corrosion control data collected into the American Innovations Pipeline Compliance System software program.
• Lead efforts to design and implement effective long-term cathodic protection systems.
• Assist with the development of cost estimates, drawings, job specifications and contract bid documents for the completion of capital improvement projects.
• Assist with the evaluation, development, implementation and maintenance of facility grounding systems.
• Assist with the implementation and validation of the company pipeline integrity program.
• Perform coating evaluations for atmospheric corrosion control and prepare mitigation plans.
• Participate in regulatory and company inspections/audits.
• Assist local management with corrosion control status and data review.
• Inspect third party construction/work activities.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Applied Science or a two-year technical degree preferred; however, candidates with equivalent skills and work experience will be considered.
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to work safely and effectively manage corrosion control/pipeline integrity activities in districts that include both rural and densely populated areas.
• Must be able to respond to after hour call outs due to equipment and/or operational problems and may be required to carry a communication device.
• Must be able to work independently as needed.
• Must be willing to work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Acceptable history of safe work practices.
• Ability to actively support the region's safety program.
• Acceptable job performance.
• Able to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimal supervision in an acceptable period.
• Able to work in a team environment, take direction from Supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS operating system, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.).
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic and electrical equipment.
• Ability to gather and analyze cathodic protection data.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment.
• Maintain technical proficiency.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical work associated with natural gas facilities.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license, meet company insurability requirements and safely operate motor vehicles.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be willing to work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Must be willing to travel as required.

Skills and Knowledge

• NACE CP-2 and Internal Corrosion Technologist certification.
• Experience in all phases of corrosion control and pipeline integrity as described in the Job Description.
• Experience with computer software: American Innovations PCS/CPDM, KAPA, MS Office, etc.
• Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Knowledge of Kinder Morgan company policies and practices.
• Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192 regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of NACE standards.
• Knowledge and experience with safe gas handling practices.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code philosophies and installation requirements.
• Experience in external corrosion control and monitoring practices.
• Experience with in-line inspections, close interval surveys, and interference testing.
• Experience in cathodic protection design.
• Experience with coating systems and specifications.
• Experience with NDT techniques/inspections.
• Knowledge of SCC identification/characterization.

Benefits

• Health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts.
• Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance.
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• A flexible work schedule.
• Many voluntary benefit plans.

Pay

Pay range: $40.26 - $51.88 per hour. Job level (Technician C - District Technician) and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

Schedule

Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts.
• Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance.
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• A flexible work schedule.
• Many voluntary benefit plans.