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KTA-TATOR, INC.

$35 - $40/hr

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 ...

KTA-TATOR, INC.

$35 - $40/hr

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 ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for nace cp1 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.

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To thrive as a NACE CP1 (NACE Coating Inspector Program Level 1), you need a solid understanding of coating materials, surface preparation, and industry inspection standards, typically supported by successful completion of the NACE CIP Level 1 certification. Familiarity with inspection reporting software, various measuring instruments (such as holiday detectors and dry film thickness gauges), and adherence to safety protocols is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team are valuable soft skills. These competencies are important to ensure accurate coating inspections, maintain quality control, and support client satisfaction in industrial and construction projects.

What is a NACE CP1 job?

A NACE CP1 job involves working as an entry-level cathodic protection (CP) technician, responsible for preventing corrosion on metal structures like pipelines, storage tanks, and offshore platforms. CP1 technicians assist in performing surveys, collecting data, and installing or maintaining cathodic protection systems under the supervision of more experienced personnel. This role requires knowledge of basic electrical principles, corrosion prevention methods, and industry standards. A NACE CP1 certification, provided by the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), is often required for this position.

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NACE CP1 professionals often work on-site at industrial facilities, construction sites, or shipyards where protective coatings are applied, and environments may range from indoor workshops to outdoor settings prone to varying weather conditions. Team structures typically include collaboration with project managers, engineers, applicators, and other quality control staff to ensure coating processes meet industry and project specifications. Daily responsibilities often involve conducting surface inspections, maintaining detailed inspection records, and communicating findings to both site leadership and clients. Many NACE CP1 inspectors find opportunities for advancement by gaining experience with complex projects or pursuing higher-level NACE certifications, such as CP2 or CIP Level 2.

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CP1 - Highridge Corrosion Services - HOUSTON

HR Group LLC Companies

Prague, OK • On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

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Job description

Job Title

· Cathodic Protection Technician

Job Responsibilities

· Apply corrosion skills and aptitude to repair, install, troubleshoot, and perform other predictive and preventative maintenance tasks on corrosion control equipment, facilities, systems, and associated devices (rectifiers, test stations, ground beds, critical bonds, foreign line crossings, cased crossing, surveys, etc.)

Job Duties

· Install CP Systems

· Perform CP Potential Surveys

· Set Rectifier Interruption

· Perform CIS, DCVG, and ACVG Surveys

· Operate electronic pipe locators, including PCM

· Take pipe-to-soil readings

· CP Troubleshooting

· Annual test reads

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills

· Highschool diploma or GED equivalent

· Valid State Driver’s License with clean abstract

· Ability to pass an observed DOT drug screening as well as being subject to random testing throughout employment

· Pass background check

· Ability to complete Operator Qualifications as assigned

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Must be able to read and comprehend technical operational manuals

· Minimum of 1-2 years pipeline/corrosion related experience

· Basic understanding of multi-meters and related electrical test equipment

· Knowledge of half-cells, UT equipment, cadweld processes, coating evaluations/applications equipment, CPDM, CPS, data loggers, pipe locators, current interrupters, related testing/diagnostic and pipe protection equipment and processes

Certifications and Trainings

AMPP/NACE CP1 Certification Required, CP2 preferred

Physical and Work Demands

· Ability to work outdoors in various climates including extreme heat and cold, requiring safety accommodations such as protective clothing

· Frequent stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and twisting required

· Ability to follow worksite safety instructions physically and visually

· Driving a vehicle on work sites in all types of weather conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k with match
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Short Term Disability
  • Health Savings Account


Work Location: On the road