Operations Specialist

Position Description

The Operations Specialist is based at Kinder Morgan’s Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Thomaston Compressor Station located at 5276 Hwy 19 South, Thomaston, GA 30286. The position is Monday‑through‑Friday, 8‑hour days with an option for 9‑hour days Monday‑through‑Thursday and 4‑hour Friday, and includes 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.

To be considered for the Thomaston, GA Ops Spec job, click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account and upload your résumé. This is a great opportunity for those with strong mechanical skills and experience as an Operator of reciprocating equipment, Line Patroller, Pipeline Field Man, Natural Gas Operations Technician, Quality Tech, Corrosion Technician, Gas Mechanic, or similar.

Responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of company gas pipelines, appurtenances, compressor station equipment and other related facilities.

• Operate and maintain 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 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, and measurement equipment.
• Maintain the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including compressor station facilities, pipeline right‑of‑way, monitoring excavation, inspecting and maintaining valves, repairing coating, monitoring back filling pipelines, and weed control.
• Operate equipment such as water and oil pumps, coolers, gas coolers, air compressors, generators, and test equipment.
• Represent the company during contacts with landowners, tenants, public officials, emergency officials, and at local meetings.
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third‑party personnel as required.
• Perform governmental compliance activities for 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 O&M procedures, site‑specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record‑keeping.
• Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

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

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

• 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 DOT regulations.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications required to perform job duties.
• Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression…