Corrosion Technician: Field Integrity & Cathodic Protection

Nexus Integrity Management; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Nexus Integrity Management, LLC is seeking a Corrosion Technician to monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems for pipelines, tanks, and related infrastructure. The role involves field inspections, data collection, testing, and reporting to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of corrosion experience, a high school diploma or GED, and NACE certification; travel to remote sites is common, and proficiency with testing equipment is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
• Associate degree or technical certification in corrosion or related field preferred.
• NACE CP1/CP2 or CIP certification is highly desirable.
• 2+ years of field experience in corrosion prevention or cathodic protection.
• Ability to read pipeline drawings and maps.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, and maintain cathodic protection systems.
• Conduct pipeline and facility corrosion inspections for signs of deterioration.
• Perform CIS, DCVG, and other diagnostic testing.
• Record and analyze corrosion data; prepare reports and recommendations.
• Assist in corrosion control programs including chemical treatment monitoring.
• Calibrate and maintain corrosion monitoring equipment.
• Ensure compliance with codes (NACE, DOT, API) and company policies.
• Support pipeline integrity management and risk assessment activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, field personnel, and contractors.

Skills

NACE certification

Field experience

Reading drawings

Data logging

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Corrosion testing equipment

Data logging tools

Job description

Nexus Integrity Management, LLC is seeking a Corrosion Technician to monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems for pipelines, tanks, and related infrastructure. The role involves field inspections, data collection, testing, and reporting to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of corrosion experience, a high school diploma or GED, and NACE certification; travel to remote sites is common, and proficiency with testing equipment is required.