Kinder Morgan - Extension, LA

posted 22 days ago

Full-time
Extension, LA
Pipeline Transportation

About the position

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle petroleum products, chemicals and other products. Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures. The Operations Specialist is based out of our Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company (TGP) Winnsboro, LA compressor station number 834 located at 552 Highway 873, Extension, LA 71243. This is a Monday through Friday position with rotating on-call responsibilities for nights and weekends. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, separation equipment, process equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
  • Start, stop and operate engines, compressors, and pumps within defined operating parameters.
  • Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at compressor stations, pump stations, pipelines, and process plants.
  • Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.
  • Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe and pipeline appurtenances.
  • Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline rights-of-way, appurtenances, and compressor stations.
  • Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, Telehandlers, platform lifts, scissor lifts, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.).
  • Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, vendors, suppliers, and local public officials/emergency officials.
  • Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
  • Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required.
  • Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
  • Perform minor electrical maintenance.
  • Identify, 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.
  • Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 2 year associate degree or 2 year vocational-tech degree in mechanical or instrumentation a plus.
  • Must respond to and address callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark, weekends, holidays, etc.
  • Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 45 minutes.
  • Knowledge of compressors, pumps, gas handling, process plant, transmission pipeline-system operations.
  • Knowledge of turbine operation and maintenance is a plus.
  • Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
  • Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.
  • Experience and proficient in maintaining inventory, ordering parts and track equipment hours for maintenance.
  • Experience with electrical circuits - able to troubleshoot and repair both AC & DC.
  • Experience with hydraulic & pneumatic systems - able to troubleshoot and repair.
  • Experience in project management and prioritizing.
  • Experience with SCADA systems - computer controlled logic controls.
  • Experience with Automated Engine Controls.

Nice-to-haves

  • Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
  • May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
  • Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Two retirement plans
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
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