Mechanical Technician

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Mechanical Technician to maintain and repair pipeline-related equipment across assigned areas. Responsibilities include installing, calibrating, and servicing valves, pumps, actuators, meters, and tanks, with emphasis on preventive maintenance and parts budgeting.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and industrial mechanical experience. Candidates should be physically capable, technically adept, and able to work overtime and with others in

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license is required.
• Industry mechanical technician experience in an industrial environment is necessary.
• On-the-job mechanical technician experience in an industrial setting is required.
• Strong technical and analytical abilities.
• Physically capable of required duties.
• Basic computer skills are needed.
• Ability to read and comprehend written communications.
• Able to accept supervision and work cooperatively with others.
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to callouts.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pipeline equipment (valves, pumps, actuators, meters, tanks).
• Calibrate mechanical pressure gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Budget and procure parts and tools as needed.
• Assist in repairs, maintenance, and operation of equipment and right-of-way.
• Participate in training of O&M personnel.
• May perform basic electrical, right-of-way, and general maintenance duties.

Skills

Valid Driver's license

Industrial mechanical experience

Technical and analytical ability

Basic computer skills

Reading/writing comprehension

Overtime/callout readiness

Heavy lifting capability

Teamwork and supervision adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two or four year Mechanical Technology degree/certificate

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment in assigned geographical area.

What You Will Do

• Install, maintain, trouble-shoot, and repair all pipeline related equipment (Valves, Pumps, Electric valve actuators, Turbine meters, Tanks, etc).
• Calibrate mechanical pressure gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Budget and procure parts and tools when necessary.
• Provide assistance in repairs, maintenance, and operation of all equipment and right of way.
• Participates in the training of O & M Personnel.
• May be required to handle basic electrical, right of way, operational, and general maintenance duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's license.
• Sufficient relevant experience and mechanical technician related work experience in an industrial environment to satisfactorily perform job.
• Sufficient on the job experience performing mechanical technician related duties in an industrial environment to be able to do job.
• Good technical and analytical ability.
• Physically able to carry out job requirements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend written communications.
• Ability to accept supervision and direction and to work efficiently and cooperatively with other people.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime and to respond to callouts to perform work as needed.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or four year Mechanical Technology degree/certificate or equivalent desired.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work outside and inside in all weather conditions.

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.