Responsibilities
- Follow Acuren and client required procedures and specifications, including report preparation
- Conduct direct assessment of pipe condition as found, covering coating evaluation, soil and topography analysis, and cathodic protection
- Perform direct examination to identify cracks, corrosion, deformation, and manufacturing defects in pipes
- Match pipe features found in the field with Inline Inspection (ILI) logs
- Carry out fit-for-service evaluations according to ASME B31.3 and RSTRENG standards
- Complete hazard assessments before starting work and adhere to safe work practices
- Calibrate and set up nondestructive examination (NDE) equipment
- Deliver quality services to clients in a timely fashion
- Comply with regulatory requirements and work according to codes, procedures, and techniques
- Take responsibility for the custody, care, and proper use of valuable technical equipment, tools, machinery, publications, materials, job items, vehicles, and other assets
- Understand pipeline integrity processes, techniques, and procedures
- Write pipeline integrity inspection reports and assist other pipeline integrity technicians with their reporting
- Track metrics related to reporting, costs, productivity, and priority digs
- Update pipeline integrity databases and manage FTP sites
- Attend operational meetings with client engineers and project engineers or managers
- Help with dig package preparation and cost estimation
- Provide on-the-job training and guidance to PLI Assistants and PLI Junior Technicians
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Current and valid Magnetic Particle Testing Level 2 and Ultrasonic Thickness Level 2 certifications
- At least one of the following certifications or endorsements: Creaform 3D Laser Scanning (Handyscan), Automated Corrosion Scan Mapping, Ultrasonic Phased Array or TOFD, In-situ Material Verification (Frontics or MMT HSD Tester)
Nice to Have
- Some college education preferred
- Technical background desired
- Experience in pipeline integrity or pipeline maintenance roles
- Extensive knowledge of quality and safety requirements
- Preference for NACE Level CIP Level I or CP Level I certification
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Compensation
Competitive salary
Work Arrangement
Remote work with extensive travel across the US
Other
- Approximately 90% of this role will be spent in the field, field office, and traveling across the US. 10% of time will be spent at the home division location.
- The PLI Technician will work independently for extended periods in remote areas.
