Introduction
Prowest Coatings has an extensive track record in corrosion protection, coatings inspection, and construction supervision. With decades of experience across industries such as oil & gas, water treatment, and public infrastructure, our team is dedicated to ensuring quality, compliance, and long-term durability for every project we undertake.
Certifications & Expertise
We hold several industry-recognized certifications that reinforce our expertise in corrosion technology and coatings inspection:
NACE International – Corrosion Technologist
(No. 3811)
NACE International – Coating Inspector II
(No. 2039)
NACE International – C.P Tester
(No. 15)
Our certifications enable us to provide highly specialized services that meet federal, state, and industry standards.
Key Projects & Experience
Our experience spans across multiple industries, including oil & gas, water treatment, and infrastructure development. Below are some of our most significant projects:
Oil & Gas Industry
Chevron Pipeline Company (Midway District, Bakersfield, CA)
Role:
Corrosion Technologist / Construction Inspector
Responsibilities:
- Performed cathodic protection system inspections and maintenance.
- Developed a pipeline database for regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in project management and hydrostatic testing programs.
- Designed cathodic protection systems for steel pipelines and storage tanks.
Altech Corrosion Control Service (Santa Fe Pacific Pipelines/Kinder Morgan)
Role:
Corrosion Technologist / Construction Inspector
Responsibilities:
- Designed and evaluated cathodic protection systems.
- Conducted construction checkouts and facility inspections.
- Performed internal and external pipe inspections for regulatory compliance.
Water & Sanitation Projects
Santa Clara Valley Water District (Santa Teresa Water Treatment Plant)
Role:
Coating Inspector / Corrosion Technologist
Responsibilities:
- Evaluated cathodic protection systems for large-scale welded steel pipelines.
- Conducted inspections on steel structures in concrete filtration systems.
- Assisted in project management and hydrostatic testing programs.
- Designed cathodic protection systems for steel pipelines and storage tanks.
Los Angeles County Sanitation District (Valencia Water Reclamation Treatment Plant)
Role:
Construction Supervisor / Inspector
Responsibilities:
- Supervised pipeline construction within waste dump sites.
- Ensured adherence to contract specifications and government regulations.
- Assisted in change order management and project documentation.
City of San Diego Metropolitan Wastewater Department
Role:
Corrosion Consultant / Coatings Inspector
Responsibilities:
- Supervised the epoxy coating application for a 5-million-gallon water reservoir.
- Ensured proper surface preparation and environmental conditions for coating applications
- Maintained daily reports and coordinated with project engineers.
West Kern Water District
Role:
Corrosion Consultant — Altech Corrosion Control Service
Responsibilities:
- Designed cathodic protection systems for large-diameter concrete mortar-coated steel pipes.
- Developed protective coating systems in alignment with district specifications and guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with the Project Engineer to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.
- Created and maintained a materials inventory database for historical tracking.
- Provided materials cost estimates and managed procurement processes.
- Built strong relationships with material providers and contractors for seamless project execution.
- Delivered comprehensive project reports, including sketches, diagrams, and a photo gallery.
Santa Clara Valley Water District
Role:
Corrosion Consultant — Conseco Engineering
Responsibilities:
- Inspected the application of epoxy linings on structures at the Santa Teresa Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Collaborated with the Project Engineer, Inspector, and applicator to address winter-season application challenges.
- Maintained detailed daily reports and led weekly progress meetings to ensure project alignment.
- Developed and managed a database to track contractor materials, manpower, and equipment usage.
- Managed and documented change orders for approval by the Project Engineer.
- Conducted cathodic protection inspections on large-diameter potable and wastewater pipelines.
- Recorded and organized contractor requests for information (RFIs) within the district’s database.
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City of San Luis Obispo Water Reclamation Facility
Role:
Corrosion Consultant
Responsibilities:
- Performed a corrosion assessment on wastewater treatment structures.
- Inspected previously applied concrete structure linings and assessed their condition.
- Provided a detailed final report with a photo gallery for inclusion in the city’s GIS database.
- Offered recommendations for repair or installation of new coatings and linings.
City of Morro Bay
Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates
Responsibilities:
- Conducted a comprehensive corrosion assessment of the Morro Bay–Cayucos Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Inspected the condition of coatings, linings, and exposed concrete and steel structures.
- Established a historical database documenting the plant’s structural conditions.
- Delivered a detailed report with repair and replacement recommendations.
- Collected soil samples for laboratory testing of sulfates and chlorides.
- Provided a photo gallery of inspected structures for record-keeping.
District CP Survey
Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates
Responsibilities:
- Conducted an inventory of existing cathodic protection (CP) monitoring test stations for the district’s water infrastructure.
- Submitted daily inventory reports to the Project Engineer for database creation.
- Collected GPS coordinates and created a photo gallery for historical records.
- Identified and reported deficiencies, providing cost estimates for repair or replacement.
- Recommended relocation of test stations for safety and accessibility improvements.
- Performed pipe-to-soil potential measurements to evaluate the corrosion condition.
Southern Nevada Water Authority: Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies
Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector — Schiff Associates
Responsibilities:
- Conducted corrosion inspections and recommended CP system repairs and upgrades.
- Performed induced AC studies and evaluated pipeline corrosion risks.
- Provided CP system evaluations for valves, gates, and yard piping at the AMSWTF.
- Delivered detailed reports with actionable recommendations for system enhancements.
Alfred Merritt Smith Wastewater Treatment Plant
Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates
Responsibilities:
- Evaluated defunct impressed current and sacrificial CP systems at the aeration channel and flocculation basins.
- Assessed the condition of valves, slide gates, and steel pipelines.
- Provided recommendations for CP system replacements and coating applications.
- Conducted cathodic protection surveys and recommended necessary repairs.
- Monitored AC voltage spikes and suggested mitigation strategies.
- Delivered final reports with inspection data, recommendations, and photo documentation.
Schiff Associates – Las Vegas, Nevada
Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector
Responsibilities:
- Conducted corrosion engineering projects and studies for LVVWD.
- Performed copper pipe corrosion study at Maryland Pebble Unit 5.
- Investigated 36-inch pipeline corrosion at Desert Inn & Aloha (Sand Hill-Lamb Transmission Main).
- Conducted corrosion investigation on Lake Mead Transmission Main in Zones 2300 & 2420.
- Completed a cathodic protection test station survey for transmission main pipelines.
Public & Government Infrastructure
Tucson Water District
Role:
Construction Supervisor
Responsibilities:
- Supervised installation of impressed current anode deep wells.
- Managed site materials and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Conducted post-installation testing and pipeline continuity assessments.
City of Hollister
Role:
Construction Supervisor
Responsibilities:
- Oversaw the construction of a 1-million-gallon steel water tank.
- Developed coatings and lining systems for long-term corrosion protection.
- Assisted in bid evaluations and contractor coordination.
Large-Scale Corrosion Assessments
Southern Nevada Water Authority
Role:
Corrosion Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Conducted cathodic protection surveys for pipelines and reservoirs.
- Performed corrosion assessments on steel structures and transmission mains.
- Designed protective systems for reclaimed water pipelines.
Las Vegas Valley Water District
Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Executed corrosion assessments and mitigation strategies.
- Created a database for cathodic protection monitoring test stations.
- Provided recommendations for system upgrades and regulatory compliance.
Clark County: 2009 – Present, Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies – Brent Moser, Heidi Martell
Role:
Corrosion Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Conduct corrosion control assessments on both internal and external surfaces of structures.
- Assess and design corrosion solutions for stainless and carbon steel materials.
- Lead corrosion engineering studies and projects at various stations, including Moapa, Laughlin, Flamingo – Main, and Desert Breeze Stations.
- Perform soils studies related to structural grade separations, such as the Las Vegas Beltway Union Pacific Railroad.
- Design and implement corrosion control systems for large-scale water systems, including the South Reclaimed Water System (30-inch to 36-inch steel or ductile iron pipe).
- Assess corrosion impacts on various infrastructure components like grit basins, aeration basins, solids tanks (internal), wet wells, and dry wells.
LVVWD: Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies
Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector — Schiff Associates
Responsibilities:
- Conducted copper pipe corrosion studies and large-diameter pipe investigations.
- Performed comprehensive CP test station surveys for transmission main pipelines.
- Investigated pipeline conditions at various sites, including Maryland Pebble Unit 5 and Lake Mead Transmission Main.
- Provided reports with findings and recommendations for repairs and corrosion mitigation.
Professional Associations & Memberships
We actively participate in professional organizations to stay at the forefront of industry advancements:
NACE International
American Water Works Association
(AWWA)
Society for Protective Coatings
(SSPC)