Kevin Key
Fayetteville,Tn
Summary
Dynamic worker with 17 years of Pipeline Integrity experience. Skilled at planning projects from start to finish with detail and accuracy. Proven history of meeting compliance deadlines and PHMSA regulations. I helped lead several PHMSA audits on the natural gas pipelines with success. I was tasked with creating a Corrosion Committee at Enbridge for all the regions within the company. Worked with Scheduling department to make sure there were work orders created to get the work done with the compliance date.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Corrosion Technician
Enbridge
Lynnville, TN
10.2013 - 02.2024
- Reduced corrosion-related equipment failures by implementing effective inspection and maintenance strategies.
- Improved pipeline integrity by conducting thorough inspections and recommending appropriate repair methods.
- Enhanced overall safety through the timely identification and remediation of potential corrosion hazards.
- Extended asset life by performing routine cathodic protection surveys and maintaining efficient systems.
- Supported project success with comprehensive materials selection, ensuring compatibility and minimizing corrosion risks.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design effective corrosion mitigation solutions for new installations.
- Decreased downtime due to corrosion issues by proactively identifying problem areas and implementing preventive measures.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements through meticulous recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between departments to ensure consistent implementation of corrosion control policies throughout the organization.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential application in improving current corrosion management processes, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Participated in root cause analysis investigations, providing expert insights into the role of corrosion in equipment failures or incidents.
- Provided technical support during emergency situations involving potential corrosion-related incidents, aiding in swift resolution and minimizing impacts on operations or personnel safety.
- Spearheaded internal audits of existing facilities'' corrosion control systems to identify areas for improvement or optimization opportunities.
- Streamlined data collection processes during fieldwork activities, resulting in more accurate assessments of asset conditions and reduced time spent on administrative tasks following inspections.
- Performed detailed coating inspections on critical infrastructure components, contributing to increased longevity and reduced maintenance expenses.
- Maintained strong relationships with external vendors, securing high-quality products and services for corrosion control initiatives at competitive prices.
- Participated in industry conferences, workshops, and training events to stay current with emerging trends and best practices in the field of corrosion management.
- Maintained working knowledge of regulatory requirements, performed associated tasks and completed required documentation.
- Generated and maintained reports covering rectifiers, bonds, pipeline isolation and corrosion control reports.
- Performed current requirement calculations and soil resistivity testing.
- Evaluated internal, external and atmospheric systems and repaired.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
Corrosion Technician
Huntsville Utilities
Huntsville, AL
12.2007 - 10.2013
- Reduced corrosion-related equipment failures by implementing effective inspection and maintenance strategies.
- Improved pipeline integrity by conducting thorough inspections and recommending appropriate repair methods.
- Enhanced overall safety through the timely identification and remediation of potential corrosion hazards.
- Extended asset life by performing routine cathodic protection surveys and maintaining efficient systems.
- Decreased downtime due to corrosion issues by proactively identifying problem areas and implementing preventive measures.
- Conducted training sessions for team members on corrosion control best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements through meticulous recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
- Maintained strong relationships with external vendors, securing high-quality products and services for corrosion control initiatives at competitive prices.
- Evaluated internal, external and atmospheric systems and repaired.
- Maintained working knowledge of regulatory requirements, performed associated tasks and completed required documentation.
- Generated and maintained reports covering rectifiers, bonds, pipeline isolation and corrosion control reports.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School
New Hope, AL05.2007
Skills
- Technical report writing
- Materials Selection
- Failure Analysis
- Health and safety compliance
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Internal Corrosion Monitoring
- Corrosion Monitoring
- Coating Inspection
- Visual Inspection Techniques
- Cathodic Protection Design
- Remote Monitoring Systems
- Soil Resistivity Testing
- Protective Coatings Application
- Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement
- Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Control
- Pipeline Integrity Management
- Compliance Testing
- Work Scheduling
- Codes Compliance
- Report Preparation
- Equipment Calibration
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Project Management
- Technical Supervision
- Data Collection
- Recordkeeping
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Repair
- Root Cause Analysis
- Technical Documentation and Reporting
- SAP
- System Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Detail Drawings
- Troubleshooting skills
Certification
Basic Coatings Inspector (Credential # N-68297)
NACE Coating Inspector Level 1 (Credential # 68297)
CP 2 - Cathodic Protection Technician (Credential # 36691)
CP 1 - Cathodic Protection Tester (Credential # 36691)
Corrosion Technician (Credential # 36691)
Corrosion Technologist (Credential # 36691)
Internal Corrosion Technologist (Credential # 36691)
Senior Corrosion Technologist (Credential # 36691)
Timeline
Senior Corrosion Technician
Enbridge
10.2013 - 02.2024
Corrosion Technician
Huntsville Utilities
12.2007 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School