Field Technician Nashville

Job description

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Cathodic Protection (CP) Technician to join our growing team in Nashville! Are you someone who loves the outdoors and hiking long distances? Want to work in a stable and growing industry? Join our expanding team at Lake Superior Consulting as a Cathodic Protection Technician! We embrace diverse backgrounds and have employees with a variety of experience in these roles currently (education, physics, criminology, environmental studies, geology.) We are enthusiastic about training the right candidates! This position requires 75% travel (anywhere in the U.S.). As an hourly employee, you can anticipate significant overtime while traveling for a project. You'll travel by airline, in a company-provided vehicle, or on your own (receiving mileage compensation and a daily truck rate), as well as per diem allowances. Our CP Technicians are empowered by learning directly from our in-house experts to hone their skills and grow their own careers. This position is the entry level path to pursuing CP and AC mitigation design and engineering, developing subject matter expertise, and advanced industry certifications (Cathodic Protection Specialist) . Industry certification is possible within 6 months of onboarding. Additionally, our technicians have the chance to experiment with cutting-edge technologies and tools, as Lake Superior Consulting is dedicated to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the field. Join us today and be a part of our dynamic team! Our Cathodic Protection Technicians work with the CP systems by installing, commissioning, monitoring, evaluating, maintaining and repairing various assets. The Cathodic Protection Technician is responsible for ensuring systems are operated in compliance with all industry procedures and applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations. This role involves significant travel and field work. Responsibilities: Work safely by adhering to LSC and client guidelines and procedures Prepare for planned cathodic protection projects Complete and maintain operator qualifications (OQs) Operate and use testing equipment Perform troubleshooting on cathodic protection systems Gather data, and prepare records and reports in a timely manner Install, maintain and repair components of a cathodic protection system Ensure your work is utilized with respect to company goals Work in compliance with all technical procedures and guidelines Requirements: Bachelor’s or associate degrees preferred - High school diploma or equivalent required Ability to travel extensively for physically demanding work in an outdoor environment Capability to operate a company vehicle, ATV-UTV, and use general hand/power tools Must have strong critical thinking, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities Commitment to working safely and producing high quality, ethical service Good organizational skills and detail oriented Highly motivated and thrives in a dynamic, team-based environment Desire to collaborate with project managers, engineers, and management; locally and through other office locations Comfortable with Microsoft Office programs Desire to learn and understand basic cathodic protection Interpersonal skills to foster teamwork and build positive working relationships Well organized and ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing Willingness to learn applicable State and Federal regulatory requirements (CFR 49 Part 192 & 195) and AMPP standards and test methods Join an entrepreneurial team of dedicated engineering and technical service consultants that work to improve and strengthen our critical energy infrastructure. LSC provides integrity management solutions and engineering services to meet the increasing needs of our US and Canadian client base. Our talented team of technical professionals serves the Liquids and Natural Gas, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing industries. Lake Superior Consulting provides competitive compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, years of experience, and specific office/market location. The range of starting pay for this role is $22-$26/hr. (depending on experience) with significant overtime expected. Competitive Compensation and Benefits Including: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Annual performance bonus Flexible work options 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match) Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays (twelve per year) Tuition reimbursement Bias-Free Hiring Practices: Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We support an inclusive workplace where employees excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.