Corrosion Technician, Level 1-4 (Altamont, UT) (Finance)

Position Description

Primary purpose:
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.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Responsible for all activities related to corrosion control and pipeline integrity which includes:

• Safe work practice and active participation in safety program
• Design, install, operate, and maintain cathodic protection facilities, power lines, galvanic anodes, and internal corrosion control facilities.
• Internal corrosion responsibilities include evaluating, developing and monitoring the internal corrosion control program.
• Atmospheric corrosion duties include performing coating evaluations and providing technical assistance to district operations.
• Gather and evaluate data, recommend, perform and oversee mitigative measures.
• Document all related work associated with performing and maintaining regulatory compliance and operating and maintenance procedures.
• Monitor the condition of the pipeline through pipe-to-soil potentials, rectifiers, bonds, visual inspection, examination of coupons, data from in-line tools, close interval surveys, etc...
• Monitor electrical isolation and identify points of electrical shorts.
• Conduct various tests, measurements, and surveys to ensure efficient operation of cathodic protection facilities.
• Lead efforts to design and implement effective long term cathodic protection systems. Prepares drawings, job specifications and contract bid documents.
• Assist E&C and Engineering personnel with the evaluation / development / implementation and maintenance of facility grounding systems.
• Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
• Oversee the construction and/or work activities performed by 3 rd parties.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and company tariff requirements.
• Prepare all necessary documentation and participate in federal audits and inspections.
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Help prepare and manage O&M and Capital budget.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of employees, general public and company assets.
• Respond to call-outs and work overtime as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:
Education:

• High School Diploma along with 1-3 years of pipeline experience.

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Understand and operate all corrosion related instrumentation
• Good record of safe work practices.
• Working knowledge of environmental and safety aspects of coating projects.
• Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Good understanding of Ohm's law and how it relates to corrosion control.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that meets company insurability requirements.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver's license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations.
• Will be required to achieve and maintain operator qualifications and may be required to obtain certifications as required to perform specific job duties.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Must have a strong focus on job to complete all assigned work tasks in a safe and accident free manner.
• Proficient with computer software (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, company software, and corrosion control software (PCS Axis & T-SIMS).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong customer focus.
• Strong time management skills.
• Must have ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.
• Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, document and complete work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to operate and maintain chemical injection and pressure access equipment.
• Ability to estimate installation, operating and maintenance expenses associated with corrosion systems.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrate performance towards operational excellence.

Physical demands:

• Position requires standing, walking and sitting while working either indoors or outdoors.
• Must be able to consistently lift a minimum of 20 lbs., at time in awkward positions.
• May have to lift (from floor to waist) and carry up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the job you will be required to lift and carry, pull or push, reach, squat, kneel and/or climb ladders or stairs.
• Physical dexterity, hand/grip strength, depth perception, and any other physical attributes that enable the employee to performance the job safely.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use requiring grasp and twisting motions.
• Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
• May periodically work in low-lit areas.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines.
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time across uneven terrain.

Working conditions:

• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required.
• Must wear PPE appropriate for job duty or task.
• Must be able to work after hours, on-call nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must live within a reasonable response time to reporting location as determined by local management.
• May be required to carry a company-provided communication device to respond both during working and non-working hours.

Supervisory responsibility:

• Responsible for overseeing contractor installing Rectifier/Groundbed Installation, AC Mitigation and performing Close Interval Survey

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

Job level commensurate with experience and skills. Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• A two year technical degree in corrosion technology, electrical, or equivalent from an approved and accredited college or university in related field.
• NACE certification.
• Experience in all phases of corrosion control and pipeline integrity as described in the Job Responsibilities.
• Experience with PCS Axis and RStreng.
• Working knowledge of corrosion related portions of NEC, and NACE standards.
• Knowledge of company policies and DOT regulations.
• Knowledge and experience with safe handling practices of products (gas and liquids).
• Confidently operate common pipeline corrosion control related equipment and test devices such as line-locators, digital-multimeter, soil-resistivity kit, CSE half-cells and data collector.(Allegro)\

Other responsibilities:

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
  

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: 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 parental bonding time; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, citizenship or status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected status.

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.