operations specialist

Job Title

Position Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipes, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment, and storage well equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, gather or storage areas, and inspect 3rd party construction as directed.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment such as industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowners/tenants, public officials/emergency officials, and at local meetings.
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third-party personnel as required.
• Perform governmental compliance activities.
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• ID., report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record-keeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.

Requirements:

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Knowledge of operating costs and best practices associated with the equipment in area of responsibility.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties and applicable to the job classification.

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer focus.
• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work with customers, suppliers, other operations groups, engineering staff, and management.
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands:

• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, walkways, etc.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional).

Preferred Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high and low pressure systems.
• Knowledge in analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs on compressor engines, pumps, and other associated equipment.

Kinder Morgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does 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.