Corrosion Prevention Technician

Basic Function

HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Corrosion Prevention Technician. This position plans and performs tasks related to the cathodic protection/corrosion control program for company owned and operated pipelines and tanks.

Job Duties

(functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Utilizes corrosion related testing equipment and methods to evaluate company owned pipelines, tanks, and facilities for corrosion and corrosion related defects and adequacy of the cathodic protection program
• Develops and implements plans to remedy any deficiencies
• Completes cathodic protection corrosion surveys
• Measurement, troubleshooting, and repair of rectifiers used in Cathodic Protection
• Interprets internal corrosion data collected from coupons and liquid samples
• Maintain records for all surveys, tests, work progress reports in accordance with state, federal and company policies
• Conduct proper atmospheric inspections on company owned and operated assets in accordance with state, federal, and company policies
• Expected to prepare and participate in PHMSA, state and internal audits
• Expected to participate in corrosion related local correlation committee meetings
• Expected to participate in NACE functions, including local chapter meetings, area conferences, and technical committees
• Oversee installation of corrosion mitigation systems Assist in coordinating all maintenance of the cathodic protection/corrosion prevention system in assigned area
• Liaison with Pipeline Operations from a corrosion related technical aspect and assist when necessary
• Liaison with Integrity Management Engineers from a corrosion related technical aspect and assist when necessary
• Review drawings and project submittals for possible interference with company owned assets

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their manager, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of eight years on-the-job experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

On-the-job pipeline construction and/or pipeline operations experience and a background in electrical theory. Use of MC Miller GX field computer and Mc Miller Proactive software.

Education Level

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of a level II NACE Cathodic Protection Technician Certification and NACE Corrosion Technologist Certification are required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

A Bachelor’s degree.

Required Skills

Intermediate level reading and writing skills and the ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations is required. Ability to plan, organize, and carryout duties with minimal supervision. Proficient with MS10 operating system. Advanced understanding and use of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Visio. Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers and other external contacts. Required to maintain operator qualifications related to corrosion prevention. Advanced understanding of DOT CFR 49 Part 195 requirements. Will be required to maintain company owned vehicle and operate on occasion in an off-road environment. Occasionally will need to operate company owned all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to perform job duties. Ability to lead and train other company personnel.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

Plans and performs tasks related to the cathodic protection/corrosion control program for company owned and operated pipelines and tanks.

Work Conditions

Field based with up to 40% travel by land or air required. At times required to work in a refinery/industrial environment or outdoors; subject to varying weather conditions and temperatures. May be exposed to loud noises, vibrations, fumes, airborne particles, dust, dirt, mud, water, petroleum products, chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and/or extreme temperatures. On occasion may work near moving mechanical parts and/or rotating equipment, may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock. May have to work in close confined spaces or in high places up to 50 feet.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

Physical Requirements

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, working in confined spaces, lifting or carrying up to 80 lbs, pushing or pulling up to 50lbs., climbing up to 50 ft, ability to perceive color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment and may on occasion be required to wear a respirator in emergency situations, ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and lubricants and specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to our refineries and the petroleum industry. HF Sinclair markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states and supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,750 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand to more than 350 additional locations throughout the country. HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in New Mexico. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.