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General Technician Above Ground

Augusta, GA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Basic Function: Entry level position responsible for completing a variety of tasks in support of field operations to include deactivation of service, delayed match, corrosion inspections, meter ...

General Technician Above Ground

Augusta, GA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Basic Function: Entry level position responsible for completing a variety of tasks in support of field operations to include deactivation of service, delayed match, corrosion inspections, meter ...

Conduct basic system inspections for leaks, corrosion, and abnormal conditions * Monitor operating ... S. * Entry-level role - no prior scrubber experience required * High school diploma or higher

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How much do entry level corrosion inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level corrosion inspection in the United States is $27.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Corrosion Inspection vs Entry Level Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Technician?

AspectEntry Level Corrosion InspectionEntry Level Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Technician
CertificationsCorrosion Technician Certification, OSHA safety trainingNDT certifications like ASNT Level I or II
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, pipelines, tanks, offshore platformsManufacturing, aerospace, oil & gas, power plants
Industry UsageOil & gas, petrochemical, infrastructureManufacturing, aerospace, energy sectors

Both roles require safety training and industry-specific certifications. Corrosion inspectors focus on detecting and assessing corrosion damage, while NDT technicians perform various testing methods to evaluate material integrity. While their work environments overlap in industrial settings, corrosion inspection emphasizes corrosion-specific assessments, whereas NDT covers a broader range of nondestructive testing techniques.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Corrosion Inspection job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,221 per year, or $27.5 per hour.
Cathodic Protection Technician

Cathodic Protection Technician

KTA-TATOR, INC.

Baltimore, MD

$35 - $40/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

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Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is seeking a full-time employee to assist in performing cathodic protection inspections throughout the state of Maryland, with a travel radius up to and including Staten Island, NY.
Elzly is 100% employee-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator, Inc., a growing consulting-engineering firm that provides technical and subject matter expertise for the prevention and control of corrosion. Culturally, we focus on providing our customers a valuable service while creating an enjoyable and professional organization, allowing employees maximum opportunity to express their individual talents and participate in professional development activities through in-house, hands-on, formal training, and certifications.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • AMPP CP1 - Cathodic Protection Test (formerly NACE CP1) OR AMPP CP2 - Cathodic Protection Technician (Formerly NACE CP2) Certification
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver's license are required (paid mileage offered). Long term company vehicle can be provided based on performance.
  • Entry-level to nominally two years of relevant hands-on work experience
  • Functional in the use of Cathodic protection inspection equipment and troubleshooting of various CP protection systems

Pay Range: $35.00-40.00/hour with comprehensive benefits package and per diem for travel. Hourly rate is based on experience and certifications.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to perform cathodic protection inspections, read drawings for test station locations, and record data. Writing, speaking, seeing and hearing are also required, however, accommodations can be made for a qualified candidate.
KTA/Elzly is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an 100% employee-owned company recently voted a Top Workplace in Pittsburgh! KTA is a company run with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company and our clients successful. We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long lasting business relationships. We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level. At KTA, you'll work, learn from, and become one of the best in the industry.
KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA).
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