Corrosion Control Specialist - Kansas City - Spire

Description

Corrosion Control Specialist

Date:

Jan 31, 2026

Location:

Kansas City, MO, US, 64129

Company:

Spire Inc.

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone's input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Spire is seeking a Specialist, Corrosion Control to work in our Missouri West region. This position will be responsible for monitoring corrosion control regulatory compliance and management of the cathodic protection database. This position will also provide guidance and training regarding proper cathodic protection application, monitoring techniques, and assist with the performance of pipeline integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities

*Ensure compliance deadlines are met by reviewing the cathodic protection database and determining status conditions (e.g., annual reads and reviewing work orders to ensure repairs are made within the proper timeframe).

*Training personnel on proper cathodic protection application and monitoring techniques

*Coordinate revisions and updating the cathodic protection database.

*May perform field surveys and evaluations of transmission line segments in preparation of pipeline integrity indirect assessments.

*Support the Transmission Integrity Department in completion of transmission line assessments as necessary.

*Review inspection reports on rectifiers and critical bonds to ensure compliance.

*Oversee third party contractor installation and support services.

*Conduct field audits and support investigation of corrosion conditions on steel mains and services.

*Review installation work orders involving steel to ensure all corrosion standards are being followed.

*Work closely with union personnel and field operations management.

*All other duties as assigned.

Essential Characteristics
Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Successful completion of the AMPP/NACE International CP1 (or higher) - Cathodic Protection Course preferred.
• Vocational training in electricity/electronic or secondary education in applied sciences is preferred.
• Valid driver's license

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• Two years of experience in corrosion control in the field including cathodic protection monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Four years of field experience in pipeline distribution system construction and/or maintenance.
• Must be proficient in computers such as excel, word, outlook, etc.
• Must be proficient in the operation of multimeters, locating equipment, hand tools, power tools and lock out/tag out safety procedures.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Work will be performed in an office environment, and/or field setting where ongoing exposure to weather conditions will occur.
• Sitting, standing, and driving.
• Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Overtime/travel: occasional evening and/or weekend
• Must be able to walk distances (up to 2 miles) carrying equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to traverse rough terrain on foot.
• Must be able to help outside assigned area when needed.

Posting Requirements

Spire and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please click on the following links: About the EEO law and EEO law supplement.

Job Req ID:

11282

Job Location: Kansas City

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