Corrosion Technician

Kinetik; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik is seeking a Corrosion Technician to perform cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control surveys, analyze data, and implement action plans. The role requires maintaining records and managing corrosion-related projects, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities include testing and maintaining protection equipment, designing new installations, and representing the company on external corrosion-related matters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years corrosion control experience preferred.
• NACE CP1 preferred.
• 2 years project management experience preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver\'s license and show a safe driving record.
• Good communicator with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control surveys.
• Test, adjust, and maintain existing cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
• Analyze/corrorosion data and develop/implement a plan of action.
• Maintain and update corrosion control records.
• Design and inspect installation of new cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
• Oversee corrosion-related projects and external matters pertaining to corrosion control.

Skills

Corrosion control

Communication

Project management

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NACE CP1 (preferred)

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Corrosion Technician responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control survey, as well as analyzing corrosion data and implementing a plan of action.

• Conduct cathodic protection and atmospheric corrosion control surveys.
• Test, adjust, and maintain existing cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
• Analyze / evaluate corrosion control data and develop/ implement plan of action.
• Maintain and update corrosion control records.
• Design and inspect the installation of new cathodic protection equipment and testing facilities.
• Represent the company on external matters pertaining to corrosion control including request for bonds, interference testing, etc.
• Analyze corrosion related failures and/ or changes to the system and recommend/ implement corrective action.
• Train and assist company personnel in matters related to corrosion control.
• Oversee corrosion related projects.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• 2 years corrosion control experience preferred.
• NACE CP1 preferred
• 2 years project management experience preferred

• Possess and maintain a valid driver license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company
• Good communicator with co-workers, supervisors, and internal / external customers
• Ability to handle stressful situations and respond to changing circumstances
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines, while maintain a high level of detail
• Able to work with minimal supervision, works well individually and on teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Working Conditions:

• Driving on a daily basis, requiring a valid driver's license and ability to drive safely in different types of weather conditions to various locations.
• Will be working outdoors in adverse and/or extreme weather conditions.
• Works in temperature extremes due to both weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Will be working in conditions where frequent loud noises occur.
• Will be working in areas where hazardous materials require the prolonged wearing of PPE.
• Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while holding tools and/or equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level, carry and lift up to 35 lbs.