Maintenance Manager

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking an experienced asset management leader to coordinate strategic initiatives for heavy equipment and fixed assets at terminal locations. You will partner with Regional Asset Managers and senior leadership to drive maintenance standards, training programs, and cost control across O&M and capital projects.

The role requires 10 years of relevant experience, a maintenance-focused credential, and proficiency with CMMS tools.

Qualifications

• 10 years of fleet and heavy equipment management experience, including cranes and mining/industrial equipment.
• Diploma or certificate from an accredited Vocational/Trade School for automotive, truck, diesel or heavy equipment MRO is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional and senior management to standardize maintenance practices.
• Initiate OEM technician training programs for terminal maintenance personnel.
• Oversee selection and use of CMMS per company standards.
• Review OEM/Allied equipment national agreements and maintenance contracts.
• Develop and deploy annual/long-range plans for heavy equipment, with monthly forecasting.
• Provide regular maintenance performance and compliance reports to management.
• Support capital and expense budget development with terminal management.
• Travel and cross-functional project participation as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Maintenance procedures writing

Education

Vocational/Trade School certificate in automotive/truck/Diesel/MRO

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

What We Are Looking For

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Coordinate and implement strategic initiatives to effectively manage assets related to heavy equipment and fixed company assets at terminal locations. Provide accountability and responsibility to senior management for heavy equipment and asset costs associated with O&M and Capital while meeting standard of care expectations. Direct services surrounding acquisition, redeployment and termination of heavy equipment and assets

What You Will Do

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Uniformly work with the Regional Asset Managers, Regional General Management, Senior Management, Operations, EH&S and Procurement departments to carry out the Primary Purpose of this position

• Work in conjunction with the Regional Asset Managers to develop, implement and maintain standardized recommended maintenance practices
• Initiate OEM Technician training programs for Terminal Maintenance personnel
• Oversee application, standardization and use of selected CMMS programs per company standards
• Review new and existing OEM and Allied Equipment National Agreements
• Develop and deploy business unit expectations and goals and drive out non-value added cost
• Work directly with terminal management on capital and expense budget development
• Develop annual and long range strategic plan for heavy equipment and assets and complete monthly forecasting
• Provide regular maintenance performance and program compliance reports for use by management
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

10 years management of fleet construction equipment, cranes, heavy-duty trucks or mining equipment with relevant equipment OEM in application or product support. Comparable work experience with relevant equipment OEM in application or product support.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Diploma or Certificate of Completion from an accredited Vocational / Trade School for automotive, Truck, Diesel Engine or Heavy Equipment Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) required

• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Mechanical aptitude

• Must be able to demonstrate proficient skills in Microsoft Office applications
• Must be able to learn and become proficient in the use of computerized maintenance management systems
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedules
• Must have strong communication, leadership, employee management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict resolution and goal setting skills
• Must have strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Must have the ability and skills to develop and write Maintenance Procedures, Technical Bulletins and Specification Requirements as relative to Maintenance Selection and Care of Mobile and Fixed Equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to physically inspect heavy mobile equipment and cranes which will require climbing and crawling as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Travel could involve 50% or more as required, including out of town travel with overnight stays for extended periods of time

• Occasional weekend work required
• Will perform cross functional projects and contribute to the overall team goals and direction of the Terminals Asset Group
• Travel at 50% or more as required
• Will be required to carry a cell phone and/or pager and respond as needed during working and non-working hours
• Extended work hours in cases of emergencies required
• May be required and must be able to work alone (unsupervised)
• Will be required to work outide in all weather conditions

Pay Range

USD $104,200.00 - USD $13,020.00 /Yr.

Application Closing Date

10/1/2026

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.

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.