Position Description

Primary Purpose
Monitor and control terminal components such as cryogenic equipment including pumps, compressors, blowers, vaporizers, unloading arms and storage tanks; gas turbine generators; electrical systems; utilities systems (air, nitrogen, water sump pumps); fire protection, and hazard detection systems; and security systems.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Monitor and operate terminal components such as cryogenic equipment including pumps, compressors, blowers, vaporizers, unloading arms and storage tanks; gas turbine generators; electrical systems; utilities systems (air, nitrogen, water, sump pumps); fire protection and hazard detection systems; and, security systems.
• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps and other equipment to maintain designated operating parameters.
• Assist in the planning and performance of maintenance and repairs on compressors, engines, turbines, auxiliary equipment, pumps, process controls, and related equipment.
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all gas and liquid processing units and associated equipment.
• Monitor quality of product to ensure meeting specifications and takes appropriate actions when out of specification product is identified.
• Notify personnel as appropriate of the status of system operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Pay range: $32.12 - $44.44 per hour. This position may include a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid holidays, and many voluntary benefit plans.

Kinder Morgan is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V


Position Requirements

Position Requirements:

• Be prepared to execute emergency response activities at all times.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• 12 hour rotating shift work, overtime and some travel may be required.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience/specific Knowledge:

• Knowledge of compressor, pump and general processing plant operations.
• Knowledge of gas and liquid processing theories and fundamentals
• Experience or familiarity analyzing, adjusting and making minor repairs on compressors, pumps and other associated equipment.
• Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications (OQ) and progression requirements applicable to the job classification. OQ includes but is not limited to; Gas Detection/Alarm System Maintenance/Performance Tests; Inspect/Isolate/Operate/Shut Down/Start Compressor Units (manual and remote); Locating Pipelines; Damage Prevention; Leakage Survey and Investigation; and Valve Maintenance.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable by the Company Insurance Carrier.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude on related equipment.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operation systems and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Customer focus.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.

Physical demands:

• Physical ability to lift as much as 50lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb ladders. Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included.
• Physical ability to climb stairs above 100 feet and work from elevated platforms.
• Post offer medical examination pursuant to PHMSA 49CFR193 regulations.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able and willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and must work overtime as required and be reasonably available to respond to and report to work in call-in situations.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities: Above the minimum requires; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Associate's Degree in related field.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures and practices as well as regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity