The Cathodic Protection Crew Lead is responsible for conducting external corrosion surveys on pipelines, identifying potential corrosion risks, and ensuring that all collected data is accurate, complete, and organized for reporting. This role requires the ability to operate specialized inspection equipment, locate and mark pipelines, and oversee the safe and efficient execution of field activities.

Position Information

• Start Date: ASAP

• Duration: 2–3 months (work expected to slow in late November or December)

• Rotation: 17/4 rotation, including travel days (typically starting on a Tuesday)

• Shift: Day shifts, 10–12 hours in length

• Location: Projects in Northern Alberta (Fort McMurray, Conklin, Manning, Rainbow Lake, etc.)

• Accommodations & LOA: Provided

• Execute data acquisition and assessment procedures specific to pipeline integrity programs.
• Install, test, adjust, and/or repair rectifiers, anodes, and cathodic protection (CP) test points/stations.
• Gather structure-to-soil potential data, soil measurements, and rectifier readings.
• Perform continuity tests and soil resistivity measurements.
• Locate pipelines and document positional pipeline information utilizing electromagnetic and GPS equipment.
• Conduct over-the-line depth of cover, close interval CP (CIPS), and coating surveys.
• Document physical features of the installation site for the creation of detailed as-built drawings.
• Lead and mentor crew members while overseeing the preparation of survey reports and final job reports.

• Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license or equivalent with a clean driving record; remote location navigation experience, including Argo/ATV utilization, is considered an asset.

• High school diploma required; technical degree/diploma or AMPP (Cathodic Protection Tester or Technician) certification considered strong assets.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in pipeline external corrosion surveying, inspection, or related field, with a basic understanding of corrosion control and cathodic protection principles; leadership experience in a field or crew environment preferred.

• Strong work ethic, good communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving and time management skills.

• Available to travel (>80%) and work multiple days in remote locations, including extended stays in camp accommodations.

• Able to walk long distances over rough, uneven, and steep terrain while carrying equipment; physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Comfortable working in all weather conditions and recognizing/responding to environmental hazards (e.g., wildlife, insects, uneven footing).

• Commitment to safety, including proper PPE use at all times.

The strength of Acuren lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international publicly traded company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive and comprehensive total compensation package, including paid time off, employer paid benefits, RRSP + Company match, tuition grants, discounted fitness memberships and insurance offerings, employee assistance programs and more! At Acuren we commit to the principles of a respectful workplace and offer tremendous opportunities to those who wish to succeed.

Join our team at Acuren and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

As an organization, our strength comes from the ability to embody our core values - People First, Integrity Always, Pride In Our Work, and Growth Together. None of these values is more important than People First, and we are honored that our people decided the company is worthy of being included in the Forbes 2024 and 2025 List of Canada's Best Employers.

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 5,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

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