Corrosion Technician

Corrosion Control TechnicianEnergy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!This position will apply corrosion knowledge and skills to repair, install, troubleshoot, analyze, and perform other predictive and preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment, facilities, systems and associated devices contained within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Under general direction, provide for design, installation, operation, inspection and maintenance of the cathodic protection systems within an assigned segment of the pipeline system, compressor stations or plant facilities in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership's procedures and regulatory requirementsMaintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform associated required tasks, and complete required documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)Investigates and analyzes corrosive conditions for existing and/or proposed facilitiesResponsible for corrosion control and associated compliance of cathodically protected pipelines, compressor stations or plant facilities, and other buried, submerged, or above ground facilitiesProactively conduct pipe-to-soil potential surveys, casing-to-soil readings, rectifier and bond readings, current flows on pipeline, and foreign pipe-to-soil readings and all other structures under cathodic protection on a frequency as stated in SOPs or meet regulatory requirements and document in the corrosion database or other forms, records or reportsEvaluate protective coating condition including internal, external and atmospheric systems and make repairs as needed, evaluate pipe anomalies and perform remaining strength calculations in accordance with established proceduresHave an understanding of pipeline internal corrosion mechanisms and related mitigation measures including treatment and testing, collection of samples, bacteria, pH, dissolved H2S, and CO2 testing and analysis, and perform chemical requirement calculationsPerform cathodic protection design including current requirement calculations and soil resistivity testingGenerate and maintain the reports covering rectifiers, bonds, pipeline isolation and annual corrosion control reportsInstall, maintain and repair rectifiers, anodes systems, cables, bonds, test stations and perform ground bed efficiency calculationsEvaluate the effects of stray currents from other sources (i.e., traction systems, coal mines, AC transmission lines, etc.) and take the necessary action(s) to mitigate their effect on Energy Transfer facilitiesRead and interpret pipeline maps, as-builts and PLD'sMust use and operate all pertinent safety equipment when performing duties in potentially hazardous areas (arc flash protective PPE, respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.)Must display workmanship consistent with Partnership SOPs industry standards, partnership work practices, applicable codes and/or engineering drawings and sketchesInsure facilities, grounds, and work areas are maintained in a safe, orderly, and functional mannerCommunicate with other technicians for assistance in effecting repairs when applicableAbility to train others in discipline job tasks and to confirm knowledge, skills and abilities of others as an evaluator for partnership skill qualification program dependent upon position levelActively participate in PHMSA or State regulatory auditsActively participate in partnership safety program and initiativesInspect crew welds on full wrap and pumpkins for acetylene welds and surface pitting that is discovered during corrosion activities such as pipeline recoats and exposure repairComply with partnership safety policies and proceduresPerform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)Required Education:High school diploma or GEDRequired experience is commensurate with the selected job level:Level C requires a minimum of 0 – 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experienceLevel B requires a minimum of 2 – 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experienceLevel A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experienceRequired Qualifications:Must maintain valid driver's license in state of residencyProficiency with MS Office Suite productsAbility to train other technicians and/or sign off on qualificationsPreferred Qualifications :Associate of Applied Science – Corrosion TechnologyNACE Corrosion Technician or Corrosion Technologist CertificationNACE CP level IIWelding school qualifications for inspection of weldsWorking Conditions and Requirements:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditionsWorking conditions may include confined spacesRepetitively standing, walking, bending, stretching, reaching over shoulder height, and climbing ladders up to 25 feet. Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs with or without assistanceSubject to call-outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidaysWork in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipmentReliable attendance at workOccasional overnight travel may be required