Line Patroller - Williston

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is seeking a Line Patroller in Williston, ND to locate, mark and document pipelines and underground facilities owned by the company. You will use locating equipment and witness third-party crossings, while ensuring safe operation and accurate paperwork.

The role requires high school diploma and basic math, with strong written and verbal communication skills, and a valid driver's license. Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with potential overtime and travel in the field.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of compressor stations and processing plant operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer orientation.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings to employees and contractors.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Valid state operating license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Report unsafe and environmental issues.
• Seek out new ways of doing things.
• Protect underground utilities from damage during excavations.
• Maintain company vehicle and equipment.
• Use a locator to locate and mark utilities and witness 3rd party crossings.
• Responsible for locating equipment and hand tools.
• Perform work with little supervision.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Follow company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compressor knowledge

Plant operations

Safety handling

Computer skills

Communication skills

Customer orientation

Present information

Basic math

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The Line Patroller is responsible for locating, marking and documenting pipelines, electrical and automation cables, and any other underground facilities owned or operated by the Company.

What You Will Do

• Report all unsafe and environmental issues to supervisor.
• Seek out new ways of doing things.
• Protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavations.
• Help in other areas of the business as needed.
• Maintain company vehicle and equipment appropriately.
• Use a locator to locate and mark all utilities required by the company, willing to witness all 3rd party crossings, document, update ticket status and file all required paperwork.
• Responsible for using and taking care of locating equipment and hand tools.
• Perform work with little supervision.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet required deadlines.
• Follow company policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Qualifications

• General knowledge of compressor stations, gathering systems, and processing plant operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer orientation.
• Ability to effectively present information in a one-on-one and small group situation to other employees of the company and outside contractors.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Valid state operating license with acceptable driving record determined by the Company.

Working Conditions

• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment/tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights. 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.
• Regularly bends, stoops, moves from ground level to higher levels, raises/lifts from ground level a load up to 50 lbs., manually transports a load up to 75 lbs., and applies up to 150 pounds of torque.
• Regularly gets into and out of vehicles and rides over rough roads.
• Walks an average of 5 miles per day, up to 7 miles per day.
• Candidates may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing requirements,
• Subject to overtime and callouts.
• Works mostly outdoors, in and around mechanical, industrial and electrical equipment.
• Required to climb equipment and work in confined areas (i.e., tanks, between compressors, vessels).
• May be subject to work in hazardous conditions including hydrocarbon vapor, adverse weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.
• Wears safety equipment as required.

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.