Corrosion Specialist I

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world's energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Corrosion Specialist I with experience in pipeline and tank corrosion control in the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team!

Role Summary:

The Corrosion Specialist I is responsible for implementing and maintaining the Company corrosion control programs. This includes overseeing cathodic protection systems, supporting regulatory compliance, managing contractors, and providing technical guidance to Corrosion Technicians and Operations personnel.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions include:

• Regulatory Compliance. Ensure corrosion control activities comply with Company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Support regulatory audits and inspections.
• Program Execution. Perform and oversee corrosion control surveys. Identify and implement corrective actions to maintain adequate cathodic protection.
• Data Management. Maintain accurate corrosion control records in the Company's database. Analyze survey data to evaluate remediation needs and integrate findings with other integrity programs.
• Project Management. Lead the planning and execution of corrosion control projects. Develop scopes of work, estimate costs, coordinate materials and equipment, schedule activities, and oversee field execution.
• Contractor Management. Supervise third-party contractors performing corrosion control work. Ensure work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with Company standards.
• Technical Support. Serve as a subject matter expert for corrosion-related issues. Provide guidance to Corrosion Technicians and Operations personnel. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving field issues related to corrosion.
• Training & Development. Support the training and development of Corrosion Technicians and Operations personnel. Share best practices and ensure consistent application of corrosion control procedures.
• Industry Engagement. Maintain active AMPP certifications and represent the Company at local corrosion coordinating committees and AMPP section meetings.
• Continuous Improvement. Stay current with industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes. Recommend improvements to corrosion control practices and procedures.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Position Requirements:

• 1-3 years related field experience in pipeline and/or tank corrosion control.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and familiarity with commercial Corrosion Control databases required.
• Up to 25% Travel Required

Certificates & Licenses:

• AMPP Cathodic Protection Tester (CP-1) certification
• Other Cathodic Protection training helpful
• Valid driver's license

Other Skills, Attributes and Abilities:

• In order to be successful in this position, one must have excellent analytical skills to resolve business and operations problems and have good communication skills to consult with others to provide technical assistance. The individual must be a well-organized project manager with the ability to monitor and direct the work of contractors and evaluate their performance.
• Regular travel to field locations for required testing, observation, consultation and training.
• Must be readily available to provide technical assistance during responses to pipeline releases or other emergencies.

Essential Functions:

• This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards.
• This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.

Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Must be able to occasionally climb tank stairways, enter tanks through manways, walk pipeline right-of-way in all terrain and withstand extreme weather conditions in both summer and winter.
• Normal office environment when not working in the field.

About You:

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

People First Culture:

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us.

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.