Field Supervisor

KINETIK; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

KINETIK is seeking a Field Supervisor to oversee safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of natural gas/oil pipeline systems, compressor stations, and related equipment. The role requires directing Field Operations staff, ensuring policy adherence, and guiding contractors in field construction and maintenance tasks.

The candidate should have strong planning, communication, and safety skills, with 5–10 years of industry experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• 5–10 years industry experience required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license with a safe driving record.
• Good communicator, work planner with excellent work ethics and background in computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, assign and direct work of Field Operations personnel.
• Ensure that work is completed in accordance with internal standards following approved policies, procedures, safety rules, budgets and in a manner that promotes customer satisfaction.
• Manage PHMSA and regulatory requirements and assist during inspections or audits for the area of responsibility.
• Provide leadership and manage the planning and direction of activities at multiple locations within the area.
• Supervise contract personnel engaged in construction, testing and operations of facilities.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
• Directly manage construction and/or maintenance activities performed by internal personnel or third parties.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Work planning

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Field Supervisor responsible for the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of natural gas and crude oil and pipeline system operations, compressor stations, pump stations, and all related equipment and supervision of operations personnel.

• Plan, schedule, assign and direct work of Field Operations personnel.
• Ensure that work is completed in accordance with internal standards following approved policies, procedures, safety rules, budgets and in a manner that promotes customer satisfaction.
• Manage all PHMSA and regulatory requirements and be prepared to assist during any inspections or audits for the area of responsibility.
• Provide leadership and manage the planning and direction of activities at multiple locations within the area.
• Supervise contract personnel engaged in construction, testing and operations of facilities.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.

• Directly manage construction and/or maintenance activities performed by internal personnel or third parties
• All other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree preferred
• 5 – 10 years industry experience required
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company
• Good communicator, work planner with excellent work ethics and good background in computer applications

Working Conditions:

• Driving on a daily basis, requiring a valid driver's license and ability to drive safely in different types of weather conditions to various locations.
• Will be working outdoors in adverse and/or extreme weather conditions.
• Works in temperature extremes due to both weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Will be working in conditions where frequent loud noises occur.
• Will be working in areas where hazardous materials require the prolonged wearing of PPE.
• Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while holding tools and/or equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position.
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level, carry and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100-foot pounds of torque