Operations Specialist – Muldon Storage

Overview

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Muldon Storage Facility located at 10156 Old Magnolia Highway, Prairie, Mississippi 39756. This position operates on a rotating shift schedule once Operator Qualifications are achieved. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of company gas/liquid pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants, and other related facilities.

• Operate and maintain pipelines, storage field piping, well facilities, and auxiliary equipment such as engines, motors, pumps, dehydration units, and valves.
• Ensure cost‑effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps, and associated equipment at compressor stations, pump stations, terminals, pipelines, and process plants.
• Diagnose and repair engines, pumps, seals, valves, and instruments.
• Install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipes, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control systems, measurement equipment, and storage well equipment.
• Maintain and repair all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right‑of‑way and gathering or storage areas; perform excavation, coating, painting, concrete work, and weed control.
• Operate industrial equipment such as wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, and coolers.
• Represent the company during contacts with landowners, tenants, public officials, emergency officials, and local meetings.
• Oversee construction and maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company personnel and third‑party staff as required.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns; participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Develop 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, regulations, and tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence and maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required.

• Answer callouts and emergencies after regular business hours, including after dark hours, using a communication device.
• Knowledge of compressors, pump stations, gas treatment, storage facilities, process plants, gather transmission, and pipeline system operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and other diagrams.
• Apply safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high/low pressure systems.
• Understand electrical switch gear, power distribution, electronic circuits, test instruments, and the National Electric Code.
• Experience with storage field facility operation and maintenance is a plus.

• Valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements.
• May require a commercial driver’s license to operate company commercial vehicles; comply with DOT regulations.
• May require achievement and maintenance of specific certifications to perform job duties.
• Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

• Basic computer skills (MS Office, operating systems, company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer focus and teamwork; follow instructions and work schedules.
• Proficiency in English.

• Ability to enter confined spaces and climb elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
• Lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions; carry up to 50 pounds; maintain full physical…