Full-Time PLI Techs (Pipeline Integrity) - Duluth, MN

Acuren; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Pay Transparency

Job summary

Acuren is recruiting for a full-time PLI Technician at our Duluth, MN location, focusing on pipeline field examinations, data analysis, and reporting to support integrity programs.

Approximately 90% of duties are in the field with travel across the US; 10% in the home division. This role requires independent work in remote areas and strict adherence to QA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have QA documentation (proof of classroom hours & proof of experience hours).
• Some college preferred.
• Technical background desired.
• Experience working with pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance positions.
• Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements.
• Current Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2.
• Certifications: Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan); Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping; Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD; In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD).
• Candidate preference for NACE Level CIP Level I / CP Level I

Responsibilities

• Work in Pipeline Integrity Services, conducting field examination, analysis, review, and reporting of pipeline inspection data.
• Spend ~90% of time in the field, field office, and traveling across the US; 10% at home division.
• Adhere to procedures and specifications, including reports.
• Perform direct assessment of as-found pipe condition, coatings, soils, and cathodic protection.
• Examine pipe for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing anomalies.
• Correlate as-found pipe features to Inline Inspection (ILI) logs.
• Conduct fit-for-service evaluations per ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG.
• Calibrate and set up NDE equipment; maintain equipment custody.

Skills

QA documentation

Field operations

Technical writing

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Technical background

Tools

Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2

Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2

Creaform 3D Laser Scanning

Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping

Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD

In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester)

Job description

Acuren is recruiting for full-time PLI Technicians for our Duluth, MN location.

Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Working in the Pipeline Integrity Services group, a range of technical and operational assignments will be conducted relating to pipeline field examination, analysis, review, and reporting of pipeline inspection data, ultimately supporting our customers’ pipeline integrity management programs. Approximately 90% of this role will be spent in the field, field office, and traveling across the US. 10% of time will be spent at the home division location. The PLI Technician will work independently for extended periods in remote areas.

• Adherence to Acuren and customer required procedures and specifications, including reports
• Perform direct assessment of as-found pipe condition, including coating assessment, soils and topography, and cathodic protection
• Perform direct examination to assess pipe for cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing anomalies
• Correlate as-found pipe features to Inline Inspection (ILI) log
• Conduct fit-for-service evaluations as per ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG
• Conduct hazard assessments prior to beginning work and follow safe work procedures
• Calibration and set up of NDE equipment
• Provide clients with quality services in a timely manner
• Follow regulatory requirements, work to codes, procedures, and techniques
• Be responsible for the custody, care and correct use of valuable technical equipment, tools, machinery, publications, materials, job items, vehicles, and other assets
• Understanding of Pipeline Integrity processes, techniques, and procedures
• Compose and write pipeline integrity inspection reports, including assisting other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting
• Maintaining metrics on reporting, costs, productivity, and priority digs
• Updating pipeline integrity databases and managing FTP sites
• Attending operational meetings with customer engineers and project engineers/managers
• Assist with dig package and cost estimating
• Responsible for on-the-job training and guidance of PLI Assistants and PLI Junior Technicians

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have required QA documentation (proof of classroom hours & proof of experience hours)
• Some college preferred
• Technical background desired
• Experience working with pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance positions
• Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements
• Candidate must have current and valid Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2
• Candidate must have at least one of the following certifications or endorsements:
• Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan)
• Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping
• Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD
• In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester)
• Candidate preference for NACE Level CIP Level I / CP Level I

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Pay Transparency: As per applicable state law the job posting pay range is $32.69 - $52.88//hr depending on experience and applicable certifications.

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability , Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.