Team Lead - Corrosion Service Team

About the Role

The Corrosion Service Team (CST) Team Lead (TL) manages and supervises a team or teams providing Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPAC) services as defined by Marine Corps Technical Manual 4795-OR/1A. The TL oversees CPAC program policies, procedures, and personnel, leads preventive maintenance, and ensures effective team communication and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review all applicable CPAC program publications and policy letters to ensure compliance and understanding by all team members.
• Enforce safety procedures and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Ensure uniformity of team member appearance and proper wear of employer-provided clothing.
• Inspect, evaluate, and correct work accomplished by the CST team.
• Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets for all products used by the team.
• Conduct and maintain monthly inventory of accountable items and requisition as necessary.
• Conduct biweekly inventory of hazmat materials (e.g., CPCs, CARC paint) and requisition as needed.
• Ensure all accountable items are clean and operational.
• Manage, conduct, and track CST team training (weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual).
• Complete and submit all reporting requirements on time.
• On occasion, perform CST operations, including applying Corrosion Prevention Compounds (CPCs) and operating equipment such as compressors, application guns, grinders, vacuums, and HVLP spray guns.
• Accurately identify Marine Corps Corrosion Category Codes 1-5, the 4 stages of corrosion, and their correlation.
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using both paper and electronic versions of the Marine Corps CPAC Program Corrosion Assessment Checklist (CAC).
• Perform routine maintenance of CPAC equipment.
• Travel as required to perform duties.

Requirements

• Hold or be capable of passing a background check for Defense Biometric Identification System credentials.
• Hold or be capable of obtaining a Secret clearance.
• Possess a US Passport, Real ID, or a driver’s license and Social Security card/original-notarized birth certificate for base access.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify mistakes and direct corrective action plans.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds safely for short durations.
• May be required to mount and dismount military and support equipment of varying heights for long durations.
• May work in outdoor weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc.) for long durations.
• Must wear and use company-provided PPE, including safety goggles, hand protection, and respirator equipment.
• May be required to wear a dust mask or fitted respirator for tasks involving CPCs or paint application; employer ensures annual OSHA 1910.134 App A Quantitative Respirator Fit Test.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or vocational degree.
• Graduate of a military school providing in-depth knowledge of Marine Corps operations and maintenance practices.
• Preferred experience related to CPAC Programs, leadership roles, and organizational-level maintenance operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance available free of cost to the employee (dependents can be added at employee’s expense).
• Voluntary critical illness, accident, and life insurance available for purchase.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 64 hours of accrued PTO in the first year of employment.
• 56 hours of accrued sick leave.
• 80 hours of vacation after 1 year of employment.
• 401k match available after 3 months of employment.

Schedule

Standard hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.