Operations Specialist

Overview

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Tarrant Compressor Station located on Springdale Road, Tarrant, AL 35217, just North of Birmingham. This is a Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities 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.

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Tarrant Compressor Station located on Springdale Road, Tarrant, AL 35217, just North of Birmingham. This is a Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities 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 installation, operation and maintenance of Company gas pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations, pump stations, and other related facilities.

• 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, and pipelines.
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, and measurement 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 concrete work, painting, weed control, etc.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment; water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, 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, transport drivers, 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.

Our Operations Specialists come to Kinder Morgan from a variety of backgrounds, job titles, Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and Career Management Fields (CMF). Many of our employees are Veterans who transitioned from Active Duty or currently serve in the Reserves. So whether you received your training while serving our Country in the military or while working in the private sector we encourage you to consider continuing your career as an Operations Specialist with Kinder Morgan.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

• 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.