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Kinder Morgan Corrosion Technician level 1-4- CO2 in SNYDER, Texas
Corrosion Technician level 1-4- CO2
Job ID #: 32214 Location: TX-SNYDER
Functional Area: Misc./Trades Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years Relocation Provided: No
Education Required: High School Diploma
RC/Department: 1080 -CO2-FLD OPS SACROC FIELD :CO2
Position Description
The primary purpose of the Corrosion Technician is to operate and maintain the cathodic protection (CP) facilities through planning and implementation of corrosion control activities for pipelines, tanks, and other facilities, including design, installation, operation, and maintenance. The Corrosion Technician must also ensure compliance with company policies, procedures as well as federal and state regulations.
Position Requirements
Design, install, operate and maintain rectifiers and ground beds for cathodic protection.
Maintain rectifiers which protect tanks externally with impressed current. Maintain a sacrificial anode system.
Supervise contract crews coating pipelines and tanks and installing various CP systems.
Conduct CIS surveys and analyze data learned.
Follow analysis of data with any remedial actions needed.
Supervise direct assessment, ILI pig runs and remedial measures indicated.
Conduct coating inspections and repairs on pipelines and tanks. Use ultrasonic thickness testing to determine metal integrity on piping and tanks
Locate lines with line finder field wide Repair printed circuit boards, alarm modules, and rectifier stacks Installation and maintenance of CP test stations, pipeline and aerial markers.
Repair buried negatives Supervise contract crews on new grounded installations and complete required paperwork
Periodic surveys using DOT criteria to insure proper CP protection
Assist management in planning future budget needs for CP improvements.
Assist with all regulatory inspections
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Physical demands- Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Drive a 4-wheeled drive vehicle several hours per day. Must be able to navigate pipeline right-of-way without accidents or equipment damage.
Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities.
Work is performed outside in conditions that may include winter conditions or extreme summer heat and sun, with temperatures ranging from 0F – 120F.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.