Technician III, Corrosion Control

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Technician III, Corrosion Control with demonstrated experience in corrosion control and pipeline, terminal or plant operations and maintenance in the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team!

The Technician role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing corrosion control equipment and performing corrosion control surveys on pipeline and terminal facilities to support the implementation of the Company Corrosion Control program.

• Coordinate, schedule, and/or perform testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of corrosion control systems with limited supervision, seeking direction from Corrosion Specialists for complex issues or situations requiring additional technical guidance.
• Oversee assigned field projects including estimating costs, scheduling activities, and coordinating contractors, materials and equipment, within the scope and priorities established by the Corrosion Specialist.
• Ensure schedule compliance with Company policy and governmental regulations.
• Supervise third-party contractors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with Company standards.

• Create and maintain accurate corrosion control records in the Company’s databases and recordkeeping systems.
• Review survey data for accuracy and completeness, identify findings requiring follow-up, and submit to the Corrosion Engineer or Corrosion Specialist for final review.

• Provide field technical support to operations and maintenance teams, as required.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis investigations.

• Review monthly inspection metrics produced by Corrosion Engineer, identify outstanding field activities, and coordinate maintenance and follow-up work with Corrosion Specialist.

• Attend local corrosion coordinating committees and AMPP section meetings.
• Coordinate and/or participate in cooperative interference testing with other pipeline companies.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

• Two-year associate’s degree in a technical field OR the equivalent combination of education/work experience is required.
• 5+ years of practical corrosion control/cathodic protection experience preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable Industry codes and standards required.
• Proficiency using Windows, MS Office applications, and electronic corrosion control data collection and recordkeeping systems required.
• Up to 75% travel required

• AMPP CP-1 and/or CIP-1 Certification required; AMPP CP-2 Certification preferred.
• Other Industry Certifications helpful.

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