Equipment and Controls Technician

Kinder Morgan; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Equipment and Controls Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the energy sector, focusing on the maintenance and repair of electrical power circuits, control systems, and various mechanical equipment. You will play a crucial role in ensuring operational excellence while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. If you have a background in electrical or mechanical systems and are looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks on various systems.
• Mentor fellow employees and oversee third-party maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Instrumentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical training in electrical or mechanical fields

Tools

VFDs

PLCs

Automatic Transfer Switches

Job description

The Equipment and Controls Technician (E&C Tech) is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) Libertyville Compressor Station. 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.

To be considered for our E&C Tech job, click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume. This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Senior or Industrial Electrician, Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E&I Tech), Engineer, Electric Technician, Instruments and Electric Tech, or similar.

E&C 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Duties include installing, inspecting, maintaining, operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic equipment, and completing all appropriate documentation associated with the duties.
2. Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
3. Perform Inspection and Maintenance (I&M) checks on all control systems.
4. Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
5. Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
6. Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
7. Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.
8. Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution.
9. Perform advanced engine/compressor/pump analytical testing. Lead efforts to develop and implement changes as a result of the analytical testing.
10. Assist Corrosion and Engineering personnel with the evaluation, development, implementation, and maintenance of facility grounding systems.
11. Install, analyze, and repair security/intrusion systems.
12. Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
13. Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Our E&C Techs come to Kinder Morgan with a variety of backgrounds. Whether you received your mechanical and electrical training while serving our Country in the military or while working in the private sector with motors, VFDs, PLCs, and Automatic Transfer Switches, we encourage you to consider continuing your career as an Equipment and Controls Technician with Kinder Morgan.