Corrosion Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Healthcare including dental and vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Paid training opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is seeking a corrosion control technician to inspect, monitor, and remediate pipeline corrosion across multiple Montana sites. You will perform cathodic surveys and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires travel up to 50% per year, a valid driver’s license, and AMPP/NACE certifications (CP1 within 12 months). Training and advancement opportunities are provided, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a good safety record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Corrosion control experience or training preferred.
• AMPP/NACE certification a plus.
• Must obtain AMPP CP1 within 12 months of hire.
• Meet and maintain Operator Qualification standards.
• Valid drivers license with good driving record.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Subject to DOT drug testing requirements.
• Get Into Energy certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of corrosion fundamentals.
• Inspect, monitor and remediate atmospheric, external, and internal corrosion on NWE pipelines.
• Perform cathodic assessment surveys (pipe-to-soil, atmospheric, CIS, ACVG, DCVG, coating conductance, Current Mapping, Soil Resistivity, leak detection).
• Familiar with ILI assessments and verification of anomalies in the field.
• Install and maintain cathodic bonds; ensure proper wiring and isolation.
• Familiar with cathodic electrical isolation, AC inspections and mitigation.
• Build, inspect, install and maintain cathodic/ground beds, junction boxes, remote monitors, coupon/test stations.
• Data collection, retention, analysis and maintenance in PCS database.
• Travel up to 50% per year for training and field work.
• Maintain compliance with regulations, codes, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Corrosion control

Cathodic assessment surveys

Safety compliance

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cathodic protection equipment

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.