National Pipeline Services
Corrosion Technician Assistant
Hourly Rate: $15-20 /hour (experience depending), plus benefits.
National Pipeline Services, LLC (NPS) was founded in 2005 to fulfill a demand for highly qualified, dedicated and honest corrosion and integrity management specialists. We strive towards professionalism in everything we do, from collecting accurate, repeatable data to producing the finest end products in the Corrosion Industry. NPS provides engineering consulting services and turn-key solutions to prevent/mitigate external corrosion of pipelines and storage tanks across several industries (Oil and Hazardous Liquids, Natural Gas, Water and Wastewater, and Industrial Chemical). We work with our clients to comply with federal/state regulations and improve safety and operational integrity by utilizing cathodic protection and coatings engineering/design, construction/inspection, field surveys, and troubleshooting/maintenance.
Essential Duties
- Perform Indirect Inspection Survey (Close Interval Potential Survey (CIS), Direct Current Voltage Gradient Survey (DCVG), and Alternating Current Voltage Gradient Survey (ACVG))
- Install Cathodic Protection System (Rectifiers, Groundbeds, Cabling, and Remote Monitoring Units (RMUs))
- Measure Soil Resistivity (Wenner 4-Pin, Soil Resistivity Box)
- Utilize Pipeline Locators, Pipeline Current Mapping (PCM)
Job Requirements
- Have AMPP CP or CIP certification (preferred).
- Be able to obtain an OSHA 30 Certification.
- Be able to pass client Operator Qualification Programs.
- Be able to work alone and in groups.
- Be able to work outdoors in all safe weather conditions, walk over various terrains and up to several miles per day.
- Hold a valid Driver’s License to drive company vehicles and have an acceptable driving record.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Be familiar with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds and work with hand/power tools.
- Be able to travel, up to 100% of the time, for mobilizations up to 5 weeks, including overtime work.
Additional Comments
Corrosion Technician Assistants are a fundamental component to a crew of pipeline surveyors, that are required to work outside walking pipeline right of ways in all safe weather conditions. Work is primarily in the Midwest but could be anywhere across the country. Overnight stays and overtime are required.
The essential duties and job requirements are examples of the type of work performed by corrosion technicians, describing the general nature of the position. NPS reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions.
NPS is a family-oriented business with flexible work schedule, within reason. Travel is a necessary requirement, but NPS tries to accommodate most requests for breaks for personal reasons. We offer matching 401k program, health/dental/vision insurance, quarterly raise considerations, and yearly bonus program.
