Corrosion Technician

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. The Corrosion Technician role is responsible to inspect, maintain, and design cathodic protection systems and equipment used for corrosion control to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. This is a field-based role with frequent work in open environments with extremes of heat and cold, often in proximity to high voltage and/or chemicals, which requires safety accommodations such as protective clothing and equipment. This role is subject to callouts for work associated with Plains field operations and/or emergency response. Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot cathodic protection (CP) systems and corrosion control equipment in accordance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and company procedures. Perform required field readings and surveys and maintain accurate records (e.g., Computerize data and develop reports that effectively communicate corrosion-related issues. Support internal corrosion monitoring and chemical treatment activities as assigned. Demonstrate safe work practices following Plains' safety policies and procedures; Works under task-oriented supervision for most activities; Conducts scheduled CP surveys of pipelines in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. Reads rectifiers, anodes, foreign bonds, pipelines, and casing test points annually; Conducts interface tests that measure cathodic protection and other electrical effects. Develops skills by performing structured work assignments; assists with other pipeline/terminal related duties as assigned. Performance of all Corrosion Technician I responsibilities and work tasks with minimal supervision. may require additional technical assistance for non-routine field maintenance activities. Responsible for performance of quality assurance checks on reads performed by others Responsible for bridge inspections (exposed) crossings in accordance with procedures May lead small projects or sub-teams on larger projects. Demonstrates safe work practices following Plains' safety policies and procedures. Performance of all Corrosion Technician level I & II responsibilities and work tasks without supervision. Responsible for developing internal corrosion monitoring, sampling, and treatment programs for pipeline and facilities. Provides relevant support / inspection for cathodic protection needs on engineering / construction projects. May lead medium to large projects. Participates as needed in regulatory audits to ensure success. Exhibits leadership qualities and shows economic decision-making capabilities. Demonstrates safe work practices following Plains' safety policies and procedures. High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to speak, read, and write English and the ability to perform basic math. Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technical drawings, and technical schematics. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and/or other spreadsheet applications. Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, mandatory safety training, and other related training as assigned. Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold. Compliance with the Company's drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening. Performance of all Corrosion Technician level I & II responsibilities and work tasks without supervision. Responsible for developing internal corrosion monitoring, sampling, and treatment programs for pipeline and facilities. Provides relevant support / inspection for cathodic protection needs on engineering / construction projects. May lead medium to large projects. Participates as needed in regulatory audits to ensure success. Exhibits leadership qualities and shows economic decision-making capabilities. Demonstrates safe work practices following Plains' safety policies and procedures. High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to speak, read, and write English and the ability to perform basic math. Has a minimum of three (3) years of related corrosion field experience. Experience installing remote monitoring devices on equipment such as rectifiers, coupon test stations or decoupling devices. Has a thorough knowledge of Plains' O&M Manual, specifications, and forms used to document inspection and maintenance activities. Must have good computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office suite with strong emphasis on Excel and/or other spreadsheet applications. Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, mandatory safety training, and other related training as assigned. Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold. Compliance with the Company's drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening. At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program. 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