Corrosion Technician 3 (Finance)

Position Description

Primary purpose:

• The primary purpose of the Corrosion Technician is to operate and maintain the cathodic protection (CP) facilities through planning and implementation of corrosion control and pipeline integrity activities for pipelines, terminals, and other facilities including design, installation, operation, and maintenance. The Corrosion Technician must also ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures mandated by Office of Pipeline safety and other state agencies.

Position may be located in Colton, CA; Carson, CA; Mission Valley, CA; or Yuma, AZ
Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Implements CP surveys of pipelines, stations, and terminals.
• Reads and adjusts rectifiers and other pipeline/station facilities with appropriate instrumentation.
• Maintains records, drawings and enters data into the computer, and provides reports.
• • Conducts interference tests, performs quality control inspections, and performs troubleshooting and repair of rectifiers, remote monitoring unit (RMU) equipment and directional current devices (PCRs).
• Assists with the design of cathodic protection (CP) systems and confers with departments responsible for contracts, environmental compliance and right-of-way procurement.
• Assists with the preparation of contract drawings, specifications and bid invitations.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with local, regional, and national NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) International organizations. May represent Company at regional inter-company corrosion coordinating committees and audits conducted by state and/or federal agencies or DOT.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Assists with pipeline maintenance duties repairing cathodic protection and pipeline equipment and clearing right-of-way. Investigates and restore rectifier outages reported by patrol pilot.

Position Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience; AA or BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related/equivalent experience required for advancement to higher step levels.
• Specific experience in corrosion and/or pipeline operations or a technical diploma or degree.
• Must have good electrical and mechanical skills, including a basic understanding of electricity and electrical theory.
• Must be able to perform basic math and algebra calculations.
• Must have prior experience in or have the ability to sketch and develop plot plans.
• Advancement from one step level to the next is based on minimum time requirements, as well as meeting and maintaining satisfactory job performance standards and obtaining required certifications.

• Corrosion Technician Level 1 (New Hire/Entry Level) - Employee should be able to demonstrate the following: Skills in Basic electricity; Basic algebra; Required Writing skills; Reading skills plus appropriate computer skills- and successfully complete all required Operator Qualifications.

• Corrosion Technician Level 2 - Minimum 1 year as Technician 1 -Have attained NACE CP-1, and successfully completed additional CP related training such as CP Short Course, Rectifier Repair Course, Basic DC/AC Interference Course, and have demonstrated ability to responsibly perform corrosion work in the field.

• Corrosion Technician Level 3 - Minimum 1 year as Technician-2 plus Successfully Completed NACE CP-2 certification, Coatings Inspector Level 1 CIP-1 and demonstrated the ability to perform responsible corrosion work in the field.

• Corrosion Technician Level 4 - Minimum 2 years as Technician-3 - Also having a CP-2 certification, has achieved Coating Inspector Level 1 CIP-1, plus demonstrated 4 years responsible corrosion work in the field and has demonstrated the ability to handle intermediate level trouble shooting skills. This employee should be able to mentor and assist in the development of junior corrosion employees.

• Corrosion Technician Level 5 - Minimum 2 years as Technician-4 plus CP-3 certification and/or Corrosion Technologist certification, Internal Corrosion Technologist plus 5 years responsible corrosion work or 4 years responsible corrosion work and 2-year Jr. College Degree in Engineering or Science or 4-year College degree in Engineering or Science- This employee is helping to mentor and develop mid-level corrosion employees.

Equivalent education may vary with management approval.

Certification, licenses, registrations:

• A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.
• If the employee is subject to license or certification requirements or training as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies or the Company, now or in the future, compliance is required under this job description.

Must pass and maintain all applicable Operator Qualification requirements

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

Compensation:
The pay range is $41.00 to $58.00 per hour. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. The job level and pay are commensurate with experience and skill set.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits provided 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 leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.
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.

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.