Line Patroller, Level 1-4 (Mountain View, OK)

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Mountain View (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. seeks a field inspector to patrol, locate, and inspect gas pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations, and related facilities across our network, ensuring integrity and compliance.

You will coordinate damage prevention activities, perform patrols and surveys, oversee contractors, maintain documentation, and report findings to Operations and Project Manager, while staying aware of safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and diagrams.
• Know policies, procedures, regulatory & tariff requirements.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic IT.
• Strong math including fractions and decimals.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• CDL eligibility to drive company vehicle.
• Meet qualifications and progression for the job level.
• Respond to callouts after hours incl. emergencies.
• Commitment to safe work practices and reporting.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel; shift work and overtime possible.
• Team player, able to follow directions and schedules.
• Experience/skill level aligns with job level.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark facilities per Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures.
• Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, and leak detection surveys.
• Coordinate local Damage Prevention activities.
• Oversee and inspect excavation near pipeline facilities for asset protection and compliance.
• Inspect projects related to excavation and pipeline facilities; complete documentation and drawings.
• Act as Company representative during construction, report progress to Operations/PM, ensure reporting and compliance with safety/environmental policies.
• Engage with landowners, public officials, and other stakeholders; participate in local meetings.
• Audit One Call tickets.
• Train company and third-party personnel as required.
• Perform governmental compliance tasks (PHMSA, state agencies, EPA, USFS).
• Map, record keeping, and data entry per Company policies.
• Identify and address safety/environmental concerns.
• Participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Contribute to development of O&M/site procedures and project scopes.

Skills

Blueprints & P&IDs interpretation

Policies & regulatory knowledge

MS Office & IT basics

Mathematical skills

Driver's license & clean record

CDL eligibility

Qualifications progression

Emergency callout response

Safety practices

Verbal & written communication

Travel willingness

Shift work & overtime

Teamwork & following directions

Experience level alignment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Perform and coordinate work group activities including patrolling, locating, construction inspection, and excavation inspection of Company gas pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations, process plants and other related facilities.

What We Are Looking For

Perform and coordinate work group activities including patrolling, locating, construction inspection, and excavation inspection of Company gas pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations, process plants and other related facilities.

What You Will Do

• Locate and mark facilities per Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures prior to and during encroachments and excavation.
• Performing pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys and inspections per Company procedures.
• Coordinate local Damage Prevention activities.
• Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with Company procedures of excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
• Responsible for inspection of projects primarily relating to excavation near pipeline facilities and repair of pipeline facilities.
• Responsible for inspection duties per Company policies including: Completion of required documentation, as-built drawings, contractor oversight and supervision, act as Company representative during construction activities, report progress to Operations and Project Manager, and ensure proper reporting and compliance with Safety and Environmental policies.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.)
• Responsible for auditing One Call tickets.
• 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 mapping, record keeping, and data entry duties per Company policies.
• I.D., report and correct safety and 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 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

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

What You Need

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operation systems and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
• Achieve and maintain all qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification
• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which require carrying a communication device
• Good record of safe work practices.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated
• Be available for shift work when applicable.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets

Working Conditions

• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to frequently, enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, walkways, etc.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional)
• May work in low-lit areas

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve. Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law. For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.