Mechanic - Williston

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is seeking a mechanic to maintain compressors, pumps, fans, and related mechanical equipment in designated areas. You will perform daily maintenance and assist during overhauls to keep systems reliable.

This role requires a high school diploma, experience with gas compressor engines and plant operations, safe handling of flammable substances, and ability to work outdoors, sometimes requiring long hours and DOT testing.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing, adjusting, and performing minor repairs on gas compressor engines and pump equipment.
• Knowledge of compressor stations and plant operations.
• Safe handling practices for flammable gases and high-pressure systems.
• Valid state driver’s license and insurability standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and routine maintenance on all mechanical equipment.
• Assist during overhaul of compressors, engines, and pumps.
• Keep accurate maintenance records for all equipment.
• Ensure equipment complies with DEQ and regulatory requirements.
• Report non-compliant equipment to supervisor.
• Maintain and operate equipment; develop a preventive maintenance program.
• Complete documentation for maintenance activities.
• Respond to after-hours callouts in a timely manner.
• Maintain company vehicle and comply with policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gas compressor engines

Mechanical equipment

Hazardous gas handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCBA use

DOT compliance

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The mechanic is responsible for overall maintenance of compressors, pumps, fans, and all mechanical equipment within designated area.

What You Will Do

• Perform daily and routine maintenance on all mechanical equipment.
• Assist during overhaul of compressors, engines, and pumps.
• Keep accurate and up to date records of all maintenance performed on equipment.
• Ensure equipment is always in good running order to stay in compliance with DEQ requirements.
• Report any equipment that is not in compliance to supervisor.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs to, and operate equipment.
• Help develop a preventative maintenance program to identify potential failures before they occur.
• Minimize maintenance costs on equipment while maximizing runtime and throughput.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork for all maintenance activities performed.
• Report all excessive downtime to appropriate people.
• Respond to after hour callouts and respond in a timely manner.
• Help in other areas of the business as needed.
• Maintain company vehicle appropriately.
• Follow company policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs on gas compressor engines, plant, and associated equipment.
• 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.
• Valid state operating license and driving record meeting company insurability standards.

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 about 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.
• Because this position requires donning SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), employees must pass a SCBA fit test and screening as a condition of employment.

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.