Enhanced Corrosion Service Technician (ECST)

Vision Point Systems, Inc; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance 1x salary

Short and long term disability

401k participation and matching

Job summary

Vision Point Systems, Inc. seeks an Enhanced Corrosion Service Technician to support Marine Corps CPAC operations, performing surface prep, touch-up painting, corrosion assessments, and routine equipment maintenance.

The ECST collaborates with the Assistant Team Lead and Team Lead while adhering to CPAC policies for reliable corrosion mitigation across assets. Key responsibilities include safety, equipment operation, corrosion identification, and on-call travel to support CPAC operations.

Qualifications

• CPAC certification required prior to assignment; annual recertification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational degree accepted.

Responsibilities

• Safety & PPE compliance; follow safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Operate generators, air dryers, MBRS units, compressors, application guns, grinders, and vacuums.
• Identify corrosion category codes 1–5 and the four stages of corrosion.
• Conduct corrosion assessments using the Marine Corps CPAC CAC checklist.
• Perform surface prep and touch-up painting on military and support equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance on ECST application equipment.
• Provide standardized training to team members when required.
• Travel as needed to support CPAC operations.

Skills

Safety & PPE compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical knowledge

Task management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPAC Certification

Job description

The Enhanced Corrosion Service Technician supports Marine Corps Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPAC) operations by performing surface preparation, touch‑up painting, corrosion assessments, and routine equipment maintenance. Working as a key member of the ECST, this role supports the Assistant Team Lead and Team Lead, follows CPAC policies and procedures, and contributes to reliable, high‑quality corrosion mitigation across Marine Corps assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & PPE Compliance — Follow all safety procedures and properly use required PPE, including respirators.
• Equipment Operation — Operate generators, air dryers, MBRS units, compressors, application guns, grinders, and vacuums.
• Corrosion Identification — Accurately identify corrosion category codes 1–5 and the four stages of corrosion.
• Corrosion Assessments — Conduct assessments using the Marine Corps CPAC Corrosion Assessment Checklist (CAC).
• Surface Preparation & Touch‑Up — Perform surface prep and touch‑up painting on military and support equipment.
• Equipment Maintenance — Conduct routine maintenance on ECST application equipment.
• Training Support — Provide standardized/routine training to team members when required.
• Travel — Travel as needed to support CPAC operations.

Licensing and Credentialing

• Licensing — Possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Credentialing — Able to pass a background check for DBIDS access.
• Mechanical Knowledge — Working understanding of mechanical systems.
• Task Management — Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and follow corrective action plans.
• Attention to Detail — Maintain strict accuracy in assessments and documentation.
• Communication — Follow instructions clearly and communicate effectively.
• Teamwork — Work well within a structured team environment.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Lifting — Safely lift up to 50 lbs during short‑duration tasks.
• Equipment Access — Mount/dismount military equipment of varying heights.
• Outdoor Work — Work for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• PPE Use — Wear dust masks or fitted respirators; annual OSHA 1910.134 quantitative fit test required.

Education & Experience

• Baseline Education — High school diploma or equivalent; vocational degree accepted.
• CST Experience — Two years of CST experience preferred.
• Military Background — Prior military experience preferred but not required.
• Certification — Must complete CPAC certification prior to assignment; annual recertification required.

• Full time employees with Vision Point Systems qualify for a generous benefits plan to include medical, dental, 1x your salary in life insurance, and short and long term disability. VPS also offers 401k participation and matching.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.