Equipment and Controls Technician – Shreveport, LA

What We Are Looking For

The E&C Tech position is based out of our Kinder Hawk office located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106. This position requires 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.

Primary

Purpose:

Implements and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, terminals, pump stations, plant operations and measurement facilities.

• Install, inspect, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment, and complete all appropriate documentation associated with the duties
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment
• Performs Inspection and Maintenance (I&M) checks on all control systems
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself
• Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution
• 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
• Other duties as assigned.

• Two year Associate Degree in job related technical training or equivalent work experience

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• 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

• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes
• Proficient with electronic test instruments
• Knowledge of process controls and gas processing fundamentals
• Knowledge and experience preparing drawings of electrical circuits
• Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams
• Knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
• Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which require carrying a communication device

• Travel will be required
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated
• Job planning and prioritizing
• Intermediate computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software)
• Basic 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 follow work rules
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

• 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…