Plant Operator (CO2)

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with employer/employee​

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a field technician to operate production equipment, monitor pressures and flow, perform startups and shutdowns, and conduct daily rounds of facilities to spot operational issues. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and clear communication across teams.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work overtime and travel as needed. A drug screen and background checks are part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Industrial process understanding or ability to quickly obtain from hands on experience and training from other employees.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• Must pass applicable Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks, as required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other assigned computer programs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work from written or verbal instructions.
• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus on details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, maintain confidentiality as necessary, and work effectively with limited supervision.
• Must be highly self-motivated, dependable, and punctual.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to maintain designated operating conditions.
• Achieve and maintain pressure and volume targets.
• Conduct regular surveillance of automated production operations and general maintenance.
• Perform shutdown and startup of equipment.
• Conduct daily rounds and monitoring of facilities, and identification of operational problems.
• Monitor SCADA equipment and report issues using the work order system.
• Perform general building maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, concrete work and basic construction.
• May be required to work non-traditional hours.
• Callout and unscheduled overtime is required, and anticipated.
• Other daily, weekly and monthly duties, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

English proficiency

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Punctual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of equipmentwithin the assigned asset.

What You Will Do

• Operate production equipment to maintain designated operating conditions.
• Achieve and maintain pressure and volume targets.
• Conduct regular surveillance of automated production operations, andgeneral maintenance.
• Perform shutdown and startup of equipment.
• Conduct daily rounds and monitoring of facilities, and identification ofoperational problems.
• Responsible for lockout and tagout duties for maintenance work. Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Monitor SCADA equipment and report issues using the work order system.
• Perform general building maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, concrete work and basic construction
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• Write effectively, and understand verbal and written communications, including but not limited to email.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance, and high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assetsand employees, and the general public.
• May be required to work non-traditional hours.
• Callout and unscheduled overtime is required, and anticipated.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone/pager and be available torespond during working hours and non-working hours.
• Other daily, weekly and monthly duties, and special projects as assigned.

What You Need

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required

EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Industrial process understanding or ability to quickly obtain from hands on experience and training from other employees

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving recordsatisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• Must pass applicable Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks, as required.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft applications (including but not limited toWord, Excel, and Outlook) and other assigned computer programs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including but not limited tothe ability to work from written or verbal instructions.
• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focusattention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, maintain confidentiality asnecessary, and work effectively with limited supervision.
• Must be highly self-motivated, dependable, and punctual.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds, waist high, on a frequent basis.
• Physical requirements include and are not limited to:
  • Walk up and down stairs/ladders, sometimes to elevated platforms;
  • Negotiate uneven and sometimes slippery surfaces;
  • Standing and/or sitting for extended periods, including but not limited to inside work for training, working on computer

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Callout and unscheduled overtime is required and anticipated.
• Work schedule is subject to shift work, including but not limited to alternating days, nights, holidays, weekends.
• Emergency response, call-out, and on-call availability is required and anticipated.
• Candidate must reside within 30 minutes of the office.
• Travel is required and anticipated; a company vehicle is assigned for this job.
• Must be able to work outside in varying, sometimes extreme, weather conditions.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including motor vehicle record and credit check (as applicable to the position), after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

PREFERRED Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, andAbilities:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in thisposition:

• Associates or technical degree is a plus
• 1 year or more experience inoperations or maintenance of gas processing plants and equipment

Pay Range

USD $35.00 - USD $53.00 /Hr.

Application Closing Date

9/24/2026

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.

Kinder Morgan offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability Insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability Insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

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.