Equipment and Controls Technician Atlanta, TX

What We Are Looking For

The Equipment and Controls Technician (E&C Tech) is based out of Kinder Morgan’s MEP-2 Atlanta Compressor Station (1034 CR 4223, Atlanta, TX 75551). The E&C Technician will support MEP-2 as well as Compressor Station 394 in Atlanta, TX. This is a Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.

Implements, troubleshoots and maintains electrical power circuits, all mechanical equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations and plant operations.

• Implements, troubleshoots and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, all mechanical equipment, compressor stations, plant operations and measurement facilities.
• Installs, inspects, maintains, operates, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and adjusts various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and Programmable Logic (PLC) control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Performs Inspection and Maintenance (I & M) checks on all control systems.
• Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution.
• Performs mechanical troubleshooting and repair of all station equipment.
• Perform advanced engine/compressor/pump analytical testing. Lead efforts to develop and implement changes as a result of the analytical testing.
• Assist Corrosion and Engineering personnel with the evaluation / development / implementation / maintenance of facility grounding systems.
• Install, analyze and repair security/intrusion systems.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate safe work practices with product with product (gas & liquid) handling techniques.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and assist in design of new facilities (progression).
• Assist in the development of other Technicians (progression).
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Mentor with fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Commission New equipment.
• New Conduit installation up to 2”.
• Pull large wire.
• Terminate connections for circuits up to 480V.
• Install new Mechanical SS tubing and fittings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate degree in a technical field, or equivalent skills and experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree – not required but advantageous.

• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes.
• Reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.
• Knowledge of electronic test instruments and equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical & electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of process controls and gas processing fundamentals.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, high/low pressure systems.
• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which will require carrying a communication device.

• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.

• Computer skills (MS Office, MS Excel, operating systems, etc.).
• Math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer focus.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and…