Pipeline Operations Technician

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Chico, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. in California seeks an Operator to safely operate pipeline equipment and pump stations for refined product delivery, including monitoring quality and maintaining logs.

Responsibilities include starting/stopping pumps, coordinating with field operations, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. 12-hour rotating shifts with overtime, including nights and holidays, are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent; technical training and/or college is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word); PowerPoint and Access a plus.
• Must pass and maintain Operator Qualification requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, safe work practices and adherence to SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Operates pipeline and pump facilities as directed.
• Oversee all activities on an assigned shift.
• Assist in training and guiding other operators.
• Monitor pipeline product quality hourly with appropriate equipment.
• Prepare and verify meter tickets and bills of lading.
• Provide timely communication of equipment abnormalities or product quality issues.
• Maintain logs and stream sheets accurately and promptly.
• Serve as liaison between field operations and scheduling, product accounting, engineering, and regional staff.
• Monitor loading rack operations at driver-operated terminals.
• Start and stop pumps as required, ensuring product integrity.

Job description

Kinder Morgan, Inc. in California seeks an Operator to safely operate pipeline equipment and pump stations for refined product delivery, including monitoring quality and maintaining logs.

Responsibilities include starting/stopping pumps, coordinating with field operations, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. 12-hour rotating shifts with overtime, including nights and holidays, are required.