Koch Pipeline Company, L.P. , which owns or operates about 4,000 miles of pipelines in the U.S., believes success is achieved through providing superior value for customers, employees and the public, and by applying the Market-Based Management® business philosophy to its day-to-day activities. With this commitment and more than six decades of experience in pipeline operations, Koch Pipeline transports crude oil, refined products, chemicals, and natural gas liquids through pipelines in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin and Texas. Koch Pipeline employees strive for excellence in regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship and safety. In fact, Koch Pipeline's operating practices and safety and environmental achievements earn praise and commendations from industry and governmental organizations, including being named one of America's Safest Companies. The company, based in Wichita, Kan., is an indirect subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the world's largest private companies. See www.kochpipeline.com.
Qualified candidates for the corrosion technician role will be responsible for cathodic protection of Koch Pipeline (KPL) assets and must be able to perform cathodic protection operation, maintenance & repair on pipelines, tanks & station facilities.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
- Must be able to perform cathodic protection testing, inspection, and repair on pipelines, tanks &station; facilities
- Assist others areas of the company in performing cathodic protection testing, inspection, and repair as needed
- Understand and develop relationships with customers, both internal and external.
- Must follow safety rules & regulations & promote a positive safety culture.
- Must strive for 10,000% compliance
Requirements
- 2+ years pipeline corrosion experience
- Strong analytical, documentation and time management skills
- Excellent oral & written communication skills & the ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, contractors, customers & corporate personnel.
- Proficient computer knowledge, including all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Must be a self starter & capable of effectively working in a team environment.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on an infrequent basis
- Ability to work outside in hot or cold climate conditions
- Ability to climb steps, ladders, or tanks
- Ability to wear flame retardant clothing (i.e. Nomex) when required
- Ability to wear required PPE while working, including at minimum a hard hat, safety glasses and heeled safety work boots
- Position requires the ability to wear respirator and to pass a respirator fit test
- Position requires a valid driver's license
- Must be able to respond to calls 24/7 for emergency response
- Must have the ability to respond within 30 minutes of assigned assets
Preferred
- 5+ years corrosion experience
- 2+ years pipeline cathodic protection survey experience
- NACE certified Corrosion Technician or NACE certified CP Level I
- Proficient and knowledgeable of DOT 195 and/or DOT 192
Other Considerations
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, DOT drug screen, and pre-hire HAZWOPER physical.
- Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.
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