Corrosion Technician I Position Available In Jefferson Davis, Louisiana

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Regular Plains All American is an industry-leadingtransportation and midstream provider specializing intransportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions forcrude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensivenetwork of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage andgathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins andtransportation corridors and at major market hubs in the UnitedStates and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 millionbarrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment.

The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We are looking forhighly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team ina dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. The CorrosionTechnician I role is responsible to inspect, maintain, and designcathodic protection systems and equipment used for corrosioncontrol to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies,and procedures. This is a field-based role with frequent work inopen environments with extremes of heat and cold, often inproximity to high voltage and/or chemicals, which requires safetyaccommodations such as protective clothing and equipment. This roleis subject to callouts for work associated with Plains fieldoperations and/or emergency response.

Job Responsibilities:

Worksunder task-oriented supervision for most activities. Conductsscheduled cathodic protection (CP) surveys of pipelines incompliance with Department of Transportation (DOT). Reads allrectifiers, anodes, foreign bonds, pipelines, and casing testpoints on an annual basis and takes quarterly reading of allrectifiers and control points. Responsible for chemical treatmentsand reads all internal corrosion monitoring devices bi-annually.

Computerizes all data and provides reports to the CorrosionSupervisor. Maintains records such as annual level of protection,quarterly readings, and rectifier logbooks, test station (ETS)alignments, etc. Conducts interface tests that measure cathodicprotection and other electrical effects. Receives instruction,guidance, and direction from others; follows direction to consultwith others on specific work activities. Responsible to completeother related duties that may be assigned based on operationalrequirements and priorities. Develops skills by performingstructured work assignments. Demonstrates safe work practicesfollowing Plains’ safety policies and procedures. Accountable toinform senior personnel of hazard identification and near misses.

Assists with any other pipeline / terminal related duties asassigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

High schooldiploma or equivalent. Ability to speak, read, and write Englishand the ability to perform basic math. Must be working toward NACECP Tester 1 Certification and obtain within 2 years. Has generalknowledge or related training / experience in pipeline systemoperations. Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technicaldrawings, and technical schematics. Ability to work in a team-basedwork environment, with strong communication and interpersonalskills. Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and use of:half-cells, UT equipment, cadweld processes, coatingevaluations/applications equipment, CPDM, GPS, data loggers, pipelocators, current interrupters and related testing/diagnostic andpipe protection equipment and processes. Must have good computerskills and experience using Microsoft Office suite with strongemphasis on Excel and/or other spreadsheet applications. Must befamiliar with PHMSA and OSHA regulations as well as Plains’operating procedures. Must have an outstanding safety record.

Ability to successfully complete basic corrosion training;Rectifier School; and Basic Coatings and Linings. Ability tosuccessfully complete company Haz-Mat training, mandatory safetytraining, and other related training as assigned. Ability to workin moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions,including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes ofheat and cold. Legally authorized to work in the job postingcountry. Valid drivers’ license with a clean abstract. Clearedcriminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.

Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy includingpre-employment screening. Plains At Plains, our employees are ourmost valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitivecompensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep ouremployees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the bestresults to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees needfor personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefitsprogram. Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed,Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensationstructure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however,only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Bysubmitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use andnecessary disclosure of the personal information provided duringthe application and selection process. Learn more .