Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Cathodic Protection (CP) Technician to join our growing team!

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 installing, commissioning, monitoring, evaluating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing our customer’s cathodic protection systems. 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.

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 for physically demanding work in an outdoor environment
• Capability to operate a company vehicle, ATV, 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 able to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• Willingness to learn applicable State and Federal regulatory requirements (CFR 49 Part 192 & 195)
• Willingness to learn AMPP standards and test methods
• Ability to use computers and other office equipment
• Experience with land survey, navigation, interpretation of engineering designs, mechanical repair, IT, and/or construction a plus but not necessary

Join an entrepreneurial team of dedicated engineering and technical service consultants that work to improve and strengthen our critical energy infrastructure. At Lake Superior Consulting (LSC), we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of people and the environment without compromise in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. 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.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 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.