Measurement Technician

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Hephzibah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Two retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Measurement Technician to operate and maintain natural gas and liquid measurement facilities in the Southern Natural Gas South Georgia System. The role supports accuracy in measurement, requires travel, and may involve on-call duties outside regular hours.

Responsibilities include installation, testing, calibration, and documentation while adhering to company standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer and MS Office skills required.
• Knowledge of gas measurement standards and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, operate, and ensure accuracy of gas/liquid measurement facilities.
• Inspect, test, calibrate, and repair measurement and control equipment and SCADA components.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.

Skills

MS Office

Math skills

Electrical schematics

Safety awareness

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

Tools

Electronic test instruments

Gas chromatography

Gas and liquid measurement equipment

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The Measurement Technician position will be based out of Kinder Morgan’s Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Augusta office located at 2541 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, GA 30815. Other locations in the South Georgia System may be considered depending on the candidate’s location. This is a Monday through Friday position with on-call responsibilities nights and weekends. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

To be considered for our South Georgia Measurement Technician job click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume. This position requires a lot of travel but very little is overnight. Measurement Techs are assigned a company vehicle and must maintain a good driving record.

What You Will Do

Primary Purpose

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities located in the Southern Natural Gas South Georgia System.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities
• Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and quality equipment
• Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation
• Monitor gas volumes through the measurement system, insure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied
• Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to EFM and measurement electronics
• Assess all facets of assigned facilities to insure accurate measurement and maintaining the company lost and unaccounted for gas with a high degree of ownership within the established corporate goals
• Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Our employees come to Kinder Morgan with a variety of backgrounds. So whether you received your experience and training while serving our Country in the military or while working in the private sector we encourage you to consider continuing your career as a Measurement Technician with Kinder Morgan.

What You Need

Education

• Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience

Experience / Specific Knowledge

• Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software
• Good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Codes
• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which will require carrying a communication device
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems
• Knowledge with electronic test instruments
• Knowledge of gas chromatography
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control
• Knowledge of AGA, API, and GPA measurement standards Certifications, licenses, registrations:
• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision.
• Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Customer focus
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, work with customers, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work alone

Working Conditions:

• May work in low-lit areas
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dark)
• Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel outside of normal area will be required
• Available for shift work when applicable
• Able to stand, walk on uneven/unfinished surfaces (gravel, dirt), possibly for long periods of time
• Able to work in PPE including: safety toe shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, flame retardant clothing, hearing protection
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to push/pull/exert force of up to 50 pounds

Job Level Commensurate with skills and experience. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

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.