Corrosion Technician - Agawam

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. Applicants interested in the Corrosion Technician position in the Agawam Operation Area in Massachusetts can click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume.

This is a great opportunity if you are looking for a career change, an recent college grad, or an experienced Operations Specialist, Equipment and Controls Technician, Maintenance Specialist, Natural Gas Operations Technician, Corrosion Technician, Gas Mechanic or similar. Primary

Purpose:

Provide a high level of technical support to Agawam Operation Area in Connecticut and Massachusetts as it relates to corrosion control and pipeline integrity. Monitor, maintain, design and test cathodic protection system and apply internal corrosion control of pipeline facilities in New England.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for all activities related to corrosion control of pipelines in New England Corrosion control duties include but are not limited to: gathering annual pipe-to-soil surveys, gathering rectifier readings, troubleshooting rectifier units, performing interference testing, recommending, designing, and overseeing the installations of cathodic protection systems. Assist with project manager duties for regional projects necessary to achieve cathodic protections of pipeline facilities;

which include working within a budget, meeting project deadlines, outlining project specifications, completing as-built drawings for needed cathodic facilities. Monitor for electrical isolations of pipelines and identify points where electrical shorts are occurring. Atmospheric corrosion duties include performing coating evaluations and providing technical assistance by preparing mitigation plans to district operations. Internal corrosion responsibilities include installing coupons, evaluating coupon data, documenting results in TSIMS, visual inspections of internal pipeline surfaces, making recommendation to the internal corrosion control program and reviewing data from in-line tools.

Document all related work associated with performing and maintaining regulatory compliance and operating and maintenance procedures.

Well-balanced interpersonal skills and demonstrable verbal and written communication skills. Assist E&C and Engineering personnel with the evaluation / development / implementation and maintenance of facility grounding systems as needed. Participate in PHMSA's field inspections/audits. Inspect 3rd party construction for cathodic protection installations / work activities Must be available to respond to "Special Permit" designated rectifier failures within 2 working days unless back-up arrangements are made.

Be willing to travel overnight for training and to assist other corrosion technicians as needed Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements:

A two year technical degree in, electrical, electronics, corrosion, or equivalent from an approved and accredited college or university Will consider applicant with high school diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of corrosion experience. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers. Achieve and maintain all qualifications, certifications, and progression requirements applicable to the job classification Completion of any site specific technical training that may be applicable Experience / Specific Knowledge:
Understand and operate all corrosion related instrumentation Working knowledge of environmental and safety aspects of coating projects Proficient with computer skills (MS Office, operating systems, company software, and technical systems) Basic Math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, etc.) Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame Ability to estimate installation, operating and maintenance expenses associated with corrosion systems. Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work independently. Ability to successfully work in team environment. Overtime and overnight travel will be required. Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedule, focus attention on details, and follow rules.

Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing. Safe work practice and active participation in the safety program. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets.   Knowledge of company policies and PHMSA regulations Must be able to pull a small trailer and operate an…