Division Corrosion Technician

Work Location: Bozeman, MT

Pay range: $26.73 to $44.66 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Corrosion Technician I - Starting Range: $55,600 - $69,000

Corrosion Technician II - Starting Range: $64,800 - $86,000

Corrosion Technician III - Starting Range: $74,500 - $92,900

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com

Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:

The Corrosion Technician treats the factors that cause corrosion to maintain external and internal corrosion control on the pipeline system.

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NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

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Corrosion Technician I - Starting Range: $55,600 - $69,000

Entry Level position - High School diploma or equivalent. 2 years related field experience or training in corrosion control or related trades preferred. Perform routine corrosion surveys/inspections. Record data and compare to established criteria. With clear direction, assist with the maintenance and construction of the Cathodic protection system. Adhere to policies, procedures and regulations including safety. Oversee Corrosion Aide on annual survey. Regular travel is required within assigned division and occasional outside division.

Corrosion Technician II - Starting Range: $64,800 - $86,000

High School Diploma or equivalent. AMPP Cathodic Protection Tester (CP 1) certification. Perform more comprehensive corrosion surveys/inspections. Assist with the maintenance and construction of the Cathodic protection system. Collaborate with operations and planning to develop and implement corrosion management plans. Proactively adhere to policies, procedures and regulations including safety. Oversee Corrosion Aide on annual survey. Provides guidance to entry-level technicians. Regular travel is required within assigned division and occasional outside division.

Corrosion Technician III - Starting Range: $74,500 - $92,900

High School diploma or equivalent. AMPP Cathodic Protection Tester (CP 2) certification. Perform advanced corrosion surveys/inspections. Be a leader in the maintenance and construction of the Cathodic protection system. Proactively collaborate with operations and planning to develop and implement corrosion management plans. Adept at mentoring junior technicians and providing training on safety practices and regulatory compliance. Oversee and train Corrosion Aide on annual survey. Present findings and solutions to a wide range of audiences including management. Play a lead role in strategic decision making regarding corrosion control initiatives. Stay updated on new technologies and practices in corrosion control and effectively share with others. Regular travel is required within assigned division and occasional outside division. .

Requisition #4802

Posting Dates: July 16, 2025 through July 30, 2025

Department/Division: Distribution Operations-Corrosion

Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: None

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.