Kinder Morgan, Inc. · 1 month ago
Corrosion Technician - USW
Joliet, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$40.26/hr - $51.88/hrKinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, operating extensive pipelines and terminals. The Corrosion Technician role focuses on corrosion control and pipeline integrity, providing technical support and managing corrosion control facilities across the Chicagoland area.
EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
The proper design, installation, operation, and maintenance of cathodic protection equipment and other corrosion control facilities on high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems
The preparation of written documents including action plans, closure reports, technical papers, site-specific plans, bid packages, annual corrosion reviews, emails, budgets, etc
Recognize corrosion related concerns and perform corrosion control tests, inspections, measurements, surveys, and evaluate data collected to ensure effective operation of corrosion control facilities
Installation or supervising the installation of corrosion control facilities, maintaining these facilities and producing adequate records/documentation by use of field sketches, as-built prints, computer software, and field note sheets
Gather and analyze the corrosion control data as required by regulations, industry standards, and company procedures
Compile corrosion control data collected into the American Innovations Pipeline Compliance System software program
Lead efforts to design and implement effective long-term cathodic protection systems
Assist with the development of cost estimates, drawings, job specifications and contract bid documents for the completion of capital improvement projects
Assist with the evaluation, development, implementation and maintenance of facility grounding systems
Assist with the implementation and validation of the company pipeline integrity program
Perform coating evaluations for atmospheric corrosion control and prepare mitigation plans
Participate in regulatory and company inspections/audits
Assist local management with corrosion control status and data review
Inspect third party construction/work activities
Required to assist other employees as requested
Successful candidate will be provided with a company vehicle for work and commuting
Company will provide PPE work attire and job related tools and equipment
Company will provide paid on-the-job training
Entry level candidate is eligible to receive 120 hours of prorated paid time off (PTO)
Position is eligible for approved overtime pay and paid call-outs. Paid call-out rate is 1.5 times the hourly rate for a minimum of 2 hours if site work is required
Position is eligible for a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Applied Science or a two-year technical degree preferred; however, candidates with equivalent skills and work experience will be considered
Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
Must be able to work safely and effectively manage corrosion control/pipeline integrity activities in districts that include both rural and densely populated areas
Required to respond to after hour 'call outs' due to equipment and/or operational problems and may be required to carry a communication device
Must be able to work independently as needed
Must be willing to work overtime on an as-needed basis
Acceptable history of safe work practices
Ability to actively support the region's safety program
Acceptable job performance
Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimal supervision in an acceptable period
Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from Supervisors, keep required job schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective analytical and troubleshooting skills
Strong computer skills (MS operating system, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)
Ability to troubleshoot electronic and electrical equipment
Ability to gather and analyze cathodic protection data
Ability to use electronic test equipment
Required to maintain technical proficiency
Ability to perform basic mechanical work associated with natural gas facilities
Ability to work safely and efficiently
Ability to maintain a valid driver's license, meet company insurability requirements and safely operate motor vehicles
Travel may be required and anticipated inside and outside of the assigned area
Candidates with experience in a related field or discipline who do not possess the above requirements will be considered
The successful candidate will be provided on-the-job training and must pass progressive testing over a 48 month period from a level 1 technician to a level 4 technician
Candidates with higher levels of skill and experience may be brought on at a level 2 or higher
Preferred
NACE CP-2 and Internal Corrosion Technologist certification
Experience in all phases of corrosion control and pipeline integrity as described in the Job Description
Experience with computer software: American Innovations PCS/CPDM, KAPA, MS Office, etc
Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems
Knowledge of Kinder Morgan company policies and practices
Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192 regulations and requirements
Knowledge of NACE standards
Knowledge and experience with safe gas handling practices
Knowledge of National Electrical Code philosophies and installation requirements
Experience in external corrosion control and monitoring practices
Experience with in-line inspections, close interval surveys, and interference testing
Experience in cathodic protection design
Experience with coating systems and specifications
Experience with NDT techniques/inspections
Knowledge of SCC identification/characterization
Benefits
Health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts
Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance
Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents
Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan
Paid time off
Paid parental bonding leave
Paid holidays
A flexible work schedule
Many voluntary benefit plans
Company
Kinder Morgan, Inc.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
Founded in 2000Chicago, Illinois, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$830MKey Investors
ArcLight Capital
2025-03-21Acquired
2023-06-15Secondary Market
2021-02-22Secondary Market· $830M
Leadership Team
David Michels
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Kenneth Grubb
Chief Operating Officer, Gas Pipelines
Recent News
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