Corrosion Technician- Carlsbad, New Mexico or Pecos, Texas

Coterra is hiring a Corrosion Technician in Carlsbad, New Mexico or Pecos, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

As a Corrosion Technician for Coterra, you are responsible for performing duties related to corrosion control and prevention in company owned pipeline and infrastructure. You will perform tasks surrounding cathodic protection, atmospheric corrosion control, and internal corrosion control. You will utilize standard industry corrosion prevention techniques, and be responsible to ensure the integrity of the gathering facilities and pipeline systems and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Designs, installs and maintains corrosion control systems

- Conducts annual cathodic protection surveys and maintains appropriate related records and documentation

- Directs and inspects new cathodic protection systems installations

- Troubleshoots, and performs analysis and repairs of areas with pipe to soil potentials that do not meet established criteria

- Participates in planning and assists with preparation of job plans, contract negotiation, cost budgeting and forecasting related to corrosion prevention activities

- Other tasks as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- Valid Motor Vehicle Driver License

- Working knowledge of cathodic corrosion control and solid understanding of corrosion mechanisms and mitigation techniques

- Proficiency with corrosion related testing equipment such as multi-meters, reference electrodes, current interrupters, pipe and cable locators, chart recorders and data loggers

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

- Must possess strong commitment to personal and job safety

- Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task with attention to accuracy

- Must be team player that possess the ability to adapt to a changing and fast paced work environment

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

- High School or GED

- This role typically requires skills acquired through the completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent; previous experience may be considered in lieu of education.

- NACE Corrosion Technician Certification preferred, CP1 or CP2 highly preferred.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

- Minimum of 5 years' industry experience.

- Minimum of 3 years' experience with cathodic corrosion prevention/control

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform work which includes typing, sitting, and standing. In the event that incumbent visits operations worksite, personal protection equipment, including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a valid state issued driver’s license, and employees must pass an initial drug and alcohol screening at hire. Incumbents in the position may be subject to random drug and alcohol screenings as per the DOT Regulations. Required to travel between field sites to perform daily tasks.

ABOUT COTERRA ENERGY

Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale, and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading energy producer, delivering sustainable returns through the efficient and responsible development of our diversified asset base.

EEO-1 STATEMENT

Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.