Field Corrosion Technician: Cathodic Protection Specialist

Plains Midstream Canada (PMC); Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains Midstream Canada (PMC) is seeking a Corrosion Technician to inspect, maintain, and design CP systems for corrosion control in field environments. You will perform CP surveys, read rectifiers and test points, and document findings with mapping systems while supporting monitoring and chemical treatment activities.

The role requires strong safety practices, the ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent; technical certs valued.
• Experience with corrosion monitoring and CP systems preferred.
• Knowledge of PHMSA/OSHA regs and Plains procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot CP systems and corrosion equipment.
• Record field readings and maintain test point data and logs.
• Develop reports and maps of corrosion data.
• Support internal corrosion monitoring and chemical treatment activities.
• Adhere to safety policies and report hazards.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Teamwork

Reading pipeline maps

Microsoft Excel

PHMSA/OSHA knowledge

Haz-Mat training

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NACE CP2 Certification

NACE Basic Internal Corrosion Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Mapping/reading tools

Job description

Plains Midstream Canada (PMC) is seeking a Corrosion Technician to inspect, maintain, and design CP systems for corrosion control in field environments. You will perform CP surveys, read rectifiers and test points, and document findings with mapping systems while supporting monitoring and chemical treatment activities.

The role requires strong safety practices, the ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, and adherence to regulatory standards.