Corrosion Technician

Corrosion Technician – Bakersfield, CA

About the Company

Farwest Corrosion Control Company is a national leader in cathodic protection, corrosion engineering, and materials supply. For over 65 years, we’ve protected critical infrastructure for municipal, energy, industrial, and water/wastewater clients. Our team of engineers, technicians, and specialists deliver turnkey corrosion control solutions backed by innovation and industry expertise.

Why Work Here?

- Be part of a respected consulting business with immense opportunities for growth.

- Exposure to diverse projects—from new construction and dam gates to oil & gas, water lines, sheet piles, and solar piles.

- Career advancement opportunities including NACE/AMPP courses fully paid for.

- Move up into managing your own projects, proposals, and crews.

Selling Points

- Competitive hourly pay ($30–$45/hr, based on CP1–CP2 level).

- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, PTO).

- Vehicle, gas card, company credit card for hotels, and $50 per diem daily when traveling.

- Professional development and certification support.

Must-Have Qualifications

- AMPP/NACE CP1–CP2 certification (CP2 strongly preferred).

- 3+ years of cathodic protection field experience.

- Valid driver’s license and clean MVR (required).

- Ability to work outdoors and travel as needed (~20% out-of-state projects).

- Tech savvy: able to work in Excel, GIS, and reporting software.

Day-to-Day Duties

- Perform CP system surveys (CIS, DCVG/ACVG, continuity, interference testing).

- Install, test, and troubleshoot CP systems (rectifiers, anodes, test stations).

- Collect and analyze data, prepare technical reports.

- Support project managers and engineers on diverse projects.

Schedule & Travel

- Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (overtime as needed).

- Majority of work is local, but expect ~20% out-of-state travel (Nevada, Houston, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road