Cathodic Protection Technician

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking a Cathodic Protection Technician who will be based at our East Chicago IN location.

The overall objective of the Cathodic Protection Technician position is to maintain Linde cathodic protection systems along the pipeline and facilities. This person will be expected to apply corrosion prevention concepts and aptitude to repair install troubleshoot and perform corrective and preventative maintenance tasks on corrosion control equipment including rectifiers test stations ground beds and critical bonds. This person will be expected to work independently and make technical decisions and recommendations in the field.

Primary Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Must have a basic understanding of cathodic protection principles.

• Perform cathodic protection surveys and maintenance to ensure regulatory compliance on the Linde Pipelines and facilities mainly located in Indiana Illinois Missouri and Michigan and various other locations 15% travel required.

• Ability to operate testing and diagnostic equipment.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Maintain and troubleshoot rectifier issues.

• Perform pipeline locates and utilize the DigTix system.

• Perform pipeline ROW (Right-of-Way) and aboveground piping inspections.

This position requires a combination of office work and field work. Employee will be required to work in different weather conditions. The job occasionally requires overtime and callouts on weekend nights and holidays.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Must hold or successfully complete NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP level 2) within one year of hire.
• Excellent communication and team interaction skills.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as lead/participate on teams.
• Proven experience as a self-starter who effectively manages multiple tasks and achieves results with minimalsupervision.
• Familiarity with CFR 49 Parts 192 193 and 195 preferred
• Must have a valid U.S. Drivers License
• Proven experience in computers and standard software packages (MS Office E-Mail etc.).
• Ability to pass DOT drug screening as well as being subject to random testing throughout employment
• Ability to travel (15% of the time)

Preferred Qualifications:

• AMPP/NACE CP2 Certification
• Four or more years of experience with cathodic protection systems

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect supports new thoughts and ideas encourages growth and development celebrates our differences and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services please visit .

Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health dental disability and life insurance paid holidays and vacation 401(k) matching pension benefits an employee discount program and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability protected veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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