Oil and Gas - Corrosion Technician

Introduction

Glacier Oil & Gas is looking to hire a Corrosion Technician who will be responsible to support field corrosion investigations and integrity related inspections and repairs. Our success lies in our proactiveness, teamwork and ability to quickly achieve goals while prioritizing safety and compliance. 

Company Profile 

Glacier Oil & Gas is a privately held, independent oil & gas company solely focused on the exploration and production of oil and gas resources in the State of Alaska. From the North Slope to the Cook Inlet, we're working to develop our resources in Alaska for the benefit of the capital- providers and communities we serve, the people we employ, and the State in which we live. We strive to do so in a safe, regulatory compliant, efficient, and effective manner. Glacier Oil & Gas is investing in Alaska's future by partnering with local businesses, regional stakeholders, and State leaders. 

Summary

The Corrosion Technician will serve on the engineering team to support field corrosion investigations and integrity related inspections and repairs. This position is responsible for assisting inspections planning, performing NDT, field examinations, direct field oversight of specialty NDT subcontractors (RT/Eddy Current, etc.) repairs, reporting, and data management.

This position is a flexible, hybrid-based position with Anchorage office and field time in Cook Inlet and on the North Slope. The applicant must permanently live in or around Anchorage, AK and will be expected to work an in-office, 9/80 schedule with time spent out in the field as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of inspection plans at all facilities.

• Calibrate & configure NDE equipment. Maintain stringent quality control in the collection of data.

• Perform UT inspections, pit gauging and direct assessments

• Perform API 570 inspections. 

• Support excavation sites, inspections of buried piping and oversee piping repairs. 

• Support and manage 3rd party RT inspectors

• Develop inspection isometric drawings

• Write detailed, accurate and complete inspection reports.

• Understanding of Pipeline Integrity processes, techniques, and procedures 

Required Qualifications

• Valid ASNT Level 2 Certifications in visual inspection (VT), ultrasonic thickness (UT), and magnetic particle testing (MT)

• Experience with RT and familiarity with more unique NDE methodologies. 

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word & Excel 

• 5-years minimum experience performing visual and UT inspections within the oil and gas industry

• API 570 Certification

• Ability to remove & install piping insulation and tape wrap.

• Ability to read P&ID’s

• Ability to follow and draft standard piping isometric drawings

• Strong understanding of NDT techniques, applications and limitations

• Ability to prepare and review formal inspection reports

• Strong knowledge of oilfield process equipment

• Working knowledge of basic corrosion codes and standards & basic understanding of damage mechanisms associated with upstream operations

Preferred Qualifications

• AutoCAD experience

• Shear Wave UT experience

• Knowledge of coatings systems

• Additional NDE Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC-1A such as: Radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), computed radiography (CR), phased array (PAUT), ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW)

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

• Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within a facility to include the ability to gain access to inspection areas on elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells

• Must be able to tolerate working in the cold climate of Alaska’s North Slope for extended periods of time. 

• Must be able to tolerate numerous hours spent stooping, crawling, kneeling, standing and walking.

• Must be comfortable working in cramped or confined spaces. 

• Must wear required protective and safety equipment (cold weather gear, safety glasses, hard hats, etc.)

Other Information

We are currently seeking local candidates and relocation assistance will not be provided. Candidates must also be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a) (1). Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization in the United States now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

This position is based in Anchorage, AK and is expected to work a 9/80 schedule with time spent out in the field as needed. 

Pay

This is a salaried position with potential for annual bonuses. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Available Benefits

Paid vacation, 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability (short & long term) and Life Insurance

Closing Date

Requisition closing date is March 25, 2025