Corrosion Technician

NorthWestern Energy; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Healthcare

HSA

Dental & Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Training opportunities

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is seeking a corrosion control technician with a strong safety record to inspect, monitor and remediate corrosion on gas pipelines across multiple Montana sites. The role requires knowledge of corrosion fundamentals and field testing techniques, including CP surveys, soil and coating assessments.

The position involves travel up to 50% per year, training needs for AMPP/NACE certifications, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have a good safety record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience or training in corrosion control preferred.
• Current AMPP/NACE certification is a plus.
• Must obtain AMPP CP1 within 12 months of hiring
• Meet and maintain Operator Qualification standards.
• Valid driver''s license and satisfactory driving record.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Subject to DOT drug testing requirements.
• Get Into Energy energy industry certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of corrosion fundamentals.
• Inspect, monitor and remediate atmospheric, external, and internal corrosion on pipelines.
• Perform cathodic assessment surveys (CPs, soil, CIS, ACVG, DCVG, coating conductance).
• Familiar with ILI assessments and anomaly verification in the field.
• Install and maintain cathodic bonds and electrical isolation.
• Maintain rectifiers and ground beds; understand electrical circuits.
• Build and maintain cathodic test stations and pipeline monitoring equipment.
• Data collection, retention, analysis and maintenance in PCS database.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Travel up to 50% per year; potential first years travel for training.

Skills

Safety focus

Corrosion control

Inspection skills

Cathodic testing

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AMPP CP1 within 12 months

First Aid/CPR certification

Energy Industry Fundamentals 2.0

Job description

Work location in either Billings, Bozeman or Butte.

Qualifications Include

• Must be able to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience or training in corrosion control preferred
• Current AMPP/NACE certification is a plus
• Must obtain AMPP CP1 (if not already obtained) within 12 months of hiring date
• Meet and maintain "Operator Qualification" standards
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Subject to DOT drug testing requirements
• Get Into Energy -- Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org] (click the link to certify at no cost)

Duties Include

• Knowledge of corrosion fundamentals
• Ability to inspect, monitor and remediate atmospheric, external, and internal corrosion on NWE pipelines
• Become proficient in preforming cathodic assessment surveys, such as: pipe to soil, atmospheric, CIS, ACVG, DCVG, coating conductance, Current Mapping, Soil Resistivity, and leak detection
• Familiar with ILI assessments and verification of anomalies in the field
• Comprehension on the requirements, assessment and ability to install and maintain cathodic bonds
• Familiarity with cathodic electrical isolation, AC inspections and mitigation
• Knowledge and physical skills in building, inspecting, installing and maintaining rectifiers and ground beds
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and electricity systems is a plus
• Build, inspect, install and maintain cathodic, anode junction boxes, remote monitors, coupon test stations and pipeline test stations
• Ability to independently think and identify efficiencies and process improvements that helps the group
• Proficient in data collection, data retention, assessment of data, data analysis, and data maintenance within the American Innovations PCS database
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
• Travel to all areas of the gas system can be expected with overnight stay as needed up to 50% per year; training will be conducted in areas outside of the designated work location and may require additional travel for up to the first 3 years
• Must have the ability and be willing to obtain AMPP/NACE level I,II,III, and IV certifications
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• Position requires performing individual lifting and manipulating of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds and various other physical activities in a variety of weather extremes
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission and strategic business objectives

Full-time position.

$27.50 to $55.09 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Open through May 26, 2026.