Operations Specialist Marble Hill, MO

Overview

The Operations Specialist is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL) Marble Hill, MO Compressor Station Number 309 located at 8000 State Highway 34, Marble Hill, MO 63764. This is a Monday through Friday position with on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.

• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, process equipment, valves, seals 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, pump stations, terminals, pipelines, and process plants.
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment and storage well equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way and gathering or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.).
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowners/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, transport drivers, contractors, visitors).
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the development of 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.
• Yearly Project Management responsibilities.
• 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 may require carrying a communication device and some weekend work.
• Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 45 minutes.
• Knowledge of compressors, pump stations, and pipeline system operations.
• Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.

• 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
• Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software)
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Customer focus
• Available for shift work when applicable
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Ability to speak and understand English

• Must be able to…