Team Lead - Corrosion Prevention and Control

Corrosion Service Teams (CSTs) provide organizational level Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPAC) services defined by Marine Corps Technical Manual 4795-OR/1A.  A valued member of the CST, the CST Team Lead (TL) is responsible of the management and supervision of a team or teams and their assigned work. The job description of a CST TL involves the management of the CPAC CST program policies, procedures, and personnel assigned to the team, the supervision of preventive maintenance, the ability to lead a work team or teams, effectively communicate, and display strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Position Description:

CST TLs have a working knowledge of all CPAC policies, procedures, responsibilities, and billets within the CST. A CST TL inspects, assesses, categorizes, and services military and support equipment utilizing paper and/or electronic checklists. CST TLs are trained to perform and inspect surface preparation and touch-up painting, the application of corrosion prevention compounds (CPCs), and the conduct of routine maintenance on application equipment. CST TLs are responsible for directing work and the supervision of a team or teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a CPAC CST Team Lead:

• Maintain and periodically review all applicable CPAC program publications and policy letters to ensure a working knowledge of requirements and all assigned personnel understand and comply with these requirements.
• Ensure applicable safety procedures, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are followed in accordance with OSHA regulations by all team members. 
• Ensure the uniformity of CST team member appearance and the wear of clothing provided by employer.
• Inspect, evaluate, and make corrections, as necessary for work accomplished by the CST team. 
• Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets for all products used by the CST team.
• Conduct and maintain monthly inventory of accountable items assigned to the CPAC CST and requisition items as necessary.
• Conduct and maintain a biweekly inventory of hazmat materials (CPCs, Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) paint, etc.) needed to perform servicing and requisition as necessary.
• Ensure all accountable items are clean and operational.
• Manage, conduct, and track CST team weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual training.
• Complete and submit all reporting requirements on time.  
• On occasion, conduct CST operations; apply Corrosion Prevention Compounds (CPCs) and operate surface preparation and touchup equipment; compressors, application guns, grinders, vacuums, HVLP spray guns, etc.
• Accurately identify Marine Corps Corrosion Category Codes 1-5, the 4 stages of corrosion, and the correlation between category codes and stages of corrosion.
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using a paper copy of the Marine Corps CPAC Program Corrosion Assessment Checklist (CAC).
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using an electronic version of the CAC.
• On occasion, perform routine maintenance of CPAC equipment.
• Travel as required to perform the duties of the position.

Requirements

• Hold or be capable of passing a background check to receive identification credentials through the Defense Biometric Identification System.
• Hold or be capable of obtaining a Secret clearance.
• Possess knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify mistakes and direct corrective action plans.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• During short-durations, CST TLs may be required to lift to 50 pounds safely.
• During long-durations, CST TLs may be required to mount and dismount military and support equipment of varying heights safely.
• During long-durations, CST TLs may be required to work in outdoor weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc.).
• During long-durations, CST TLs may be required to wear and use company provided personal protective equipment (PPE), which includes but is not limited to: safety goggles, hand protection, and respirator equipment, etc.
• Note: On a given day, CST TLs may be required to wear either a dust mask or fitted respirator (depending upon the task performed) to apply Corrosion Preventive Compounds (CPCs) and/or Surface Preparation and Touch-Up Paint. The employer will ensure CST TLs undergo an annual OSHA 1910.134 App A Quantitative Respirator Fit Test.

Education/Experience: 

• Possess a High School diploma or equivalent, and/or a vocational degree, and be a graduate of a military school, which provided an in-depth knowledge of Marine Corps operations and maintenance practices.
• Possess five years of experience related to CPAC Programs and have documented experience related to CPAC programs and have five years of demonstrated experience in organizational-level maintenance operations.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.