Field Pipeline Operations & Maintenance Technician

Kinder Morgan; Louisiana; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan seeks an Operations Specialist at our Tennessee Gas Pipeline facility in Saint Bernard, LA. The role covers the operation, maintenance, and safety of pipelines, compressors and related equipment, with four 9-hour shifts and a 4-hour shift on Friday.

You will respond to callouts, diagnose issues, perform repairs, and coordinate with contractors and landowners. The position requires physical fitness, safety mindset, and teamwork in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours
• Knowledge of compressor, pump stations, gas treatment, storage facilities, process plant, gather transmission, 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

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment to defined parameters
• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps
• Ensure cost-effective performance of engines, pumps and equipment
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals and instruments
• Install, repair and maintain valves, pipe, appurtenances and protection systems
• Oversee maintenance of facilities and right-of-way, including excavation and coatings
• Operate equipment like tractors, pumps, compressors and test equipment
• Represent the Company in contacts with landowners, officials and at local meetings
• Oversee work by third parties and train staff as required
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, EPA, etc.)
• Conduct minor electrical maintenance and safety/environmental reporting
• Complete documentation and records in compliance with standards

Skills

Computer skills

Math skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer focus

Shift work

Teamwork

English language

Following rules

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kinder Morgan seeks an Operations Specialist at our Tennessee Gas Pipeline facility in Saint Bernard, LA. The role covers the operation, maintenance, and safety of pipelines, compressors and related equipment, with four 9-hour shifts and a 4-hour shift on Friday.

You will respond to callouts, diagnose issues, perform repairs, and coordinate with contractors and landowners. The position requires physical fitness, safety mindset, and teamwork in varied weather conditions.