External Corrosion Supervisor - Corrosion

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Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.

POSITION SUMMARY

The External Corrosion Supervisor leads the execution and continuous improvement of the external corrosion control program for pipelines, tanks, terminals, and associated facilities. The position provides technical and operational oversight for cathodic protection, coating systems, corrosion surveys and inspections, remediation, regulatory compliance, and corrosion data quality. The supervisor leads employees and contractors while coordinating with Operations, Engineering, Integrity, Environmental, and Project Management to support safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·   Lead annual external corrosion work plans, priorities, budgets, forecasts, and capital recommendations based on asset risk, regulatory requirements, and operational needs.

·   Direct cathodic protection monitoring, annual surveys, rectifier inspections, system troubleshooting, interference testing, commissioning, maintenance, and optimization.

·   Oversee CIS, DCVG, ACVG, AC interference, atmospheric corrosion, coating assessment, and other external corrosion inspection programs; review findings and develop remediation plans.

·   Manage coating inspection, surface preparation, application, quality control, rehabilitation, repair, and new construction coating activities.

·   Provide technical guidance for corrosion anomalies, excavations, repairs, investigations, casing remediation, and mitigation activities.

·   Ensure corrosion records, CPDM entries, surveys, inspections, reports, and compliance documentation are accurate and complete; serve as the lead corrosion representative during state and federal regulatory audits and coordinate corrective actions.

·   Supervise and develop corrosion technicians and specialists; manage contractors and service providers; maintain applicable training and Operator Qualification requirements; and provide introductory corrosion awareness and recognition training to local Operations personnel to help identify potential corrosion risks.

·   Provide external corrosion support for design reviews, construction inspections, facility upgrades, pipeline projects, integrity assessments, and emergency response.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·   Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Corrosion Technology, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

·   Minimum 5 years of external corrosion-related work experience.

·   Leadership, supervisory, or project management experience preferred.

·   Experience with hazardous liquid and/or natural gas pipeline systems preferred.

·   Valid driver's license.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS

·   AMPP/NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) at minimum.

·   Additional AMPP/NACE corrosion or cathodic protection certifications preferred.

·   OSHA, DOT, and Operator Qualification certifications as applicable.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

·   Cathodic protection systems, testing, troubleshooting, and data evaluation.

·   External coating systems, inspection practices, and repair methods.

·   CIS, DCVG, ACVG, AC interference, and corrosion survey interpretation.

·   Working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195, pipeline integrity regulations, industry standards, and compliance documentation.

·   CPDM or equivalent corrosion data management systems.

·   Leadership, technical problem solving, risk assessment, project execution, contractor management, and stakeholder communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS

·   Combination of office and field work with travel to terminals, pump stations, tank farms, construction sites, and pipeline locations.

·   May require outdoor work, after-hours support, emergency response participation, and occasional overnight travel.#Plains

This role has a current pay range of $138,300 - $172,800.

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [email protected].

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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