Operations Specialist Ellerslie

Overview

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Ellerslie Compressor Station located at 11480 Warm Springs Road, Ellerslie, GA 31807. This is a Monday through Friday position working 8 hour days, with an option to work 9 hour days Monday through Thursday and 4 hours on Fridays, with some on-call responsibilities at 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. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, reciprocating engines, centrifugal turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, valves, and other related equipment.
• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps within defined operating parameters.
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at compressor stations and pipelines.
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, motors, valves and instruments.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including compressor station facilities, pipeline right-of-way, including but not limited to monitoring excavating, inspecting and maintaining valves, repairing coating and monitoring back filling pipelines, and weed control, etc.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment; water and oil pumps and coolers, gas coolers, air compressors, generators, test equipment, etc.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.).
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required (e.g., personnel in progression, contractors, visitors).
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Identify, report and correct safety and/or environmental concerns.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the development of Operations and Maintenance (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.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which requires carrying a communication device.
• Knowledge of compressors, pump stations, gas treatment, storage facilities, process plant, gather transmission, and pipeline system operations.
• Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.
• Knowledge and experience with electrical switch gear, power distribution, electronic circuits, electronic test and measurement instruments, the National Electric Codes is a plus.

• 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 and Department Of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various…