Operations Specialist

Kinder Morgan - Saint Elmo, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Elmo, IL

Pipeline Transportation

About the position

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, operating approximately 84,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. The Operations Specialist position is crucial for the operation and maintenance of various equipment including pipelines, engines, compressors, and pumps. This role is based at the Compressor Station and Storage Field in St. Elmo, IL, and involves a Monday through Friday schedule with some on-call responsibilities during nights and weekends. The company emphasizes safety and environmental responsibility, investing significantly in integrity management and maintenance programs to ensure the safe operation of its assets. The Operations Specialist will be responsible for starting, stopping, and operating engines and pumps, diagnosing and repairing equipment, and maintaining the facilities and equipment in compliance with company standards. The position also requires interaction with landowners and public officials, as well as participation in safety programs and compliance activities with governmental regulations such as DOT and EPA.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and operate engines, pumps, and process equipment within defined operating parameters as required.
• Diagnose and repair engines, compressors, pumps, seals, valves and related equipment.
• Install and service valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, and storage well equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of facilities and equipment including pipeline right of way, gathering and storage areas.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs and operate equipment such as tractor, fork truck, water pumps, air compressors, and vehicles.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowners/tenants, public officials, and at local meetings.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, EPA, etc.).
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Actively participate in safety programs.
• Complete all applicable documentation accurately, completely, with appropriate attention to detail, in a timely manner, without reminder.
• Perform all work in compliance within Company standards and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent; Associate degree in a technical or mechanical field with a mechanical maintenance focus is preferred but not required.
• Any applicable industry education, training, or experience is desirable.
• Full time shift rotation for the process plant operation at the first opening, and upon the completion of all required training.
• Receive and respond to callouts as needed to support operational requirements and emergency response outside of regular business hours.
• Live within 30 minutes of the facility.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company.
• Maintain all applicable Commercial Motor Vehicle requirements (log books, vehicle safety inspections, etc.).
• Achieve and maintain all DOT Operator Qualification tasks as required by the job classification.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office: Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Basic math skills (Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, etc.).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Take direction from supervision.
• Focus attention on details and follow work rules.
• Be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to lift/maneuver/push/pull 50 lbs. frequently; up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Maintain a regular and dependable attendance and high level of performance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the energy infrastructure industry.
• Technical certifications related to mechanical maintenance.

Benefits

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