Rail Terminal Operations Lead

Kinder Morgan Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee the Dore and Sidney Rail Terminals, ensuring safe, efficient operation and compliance with DOT, FRA, PSM and environmental policies.

You will manage schedules, inspect operations, coordinate pigging, and lead safety initiatives while supporting maintenance and budgeting efforts. The role emphasizes safety culture, effective communication, and hands-on leadership to maintain equipment and procedures in line with company standards

Qualifications

• Experience in railcar loading facilities.
• General knowledge of processing plant operations and product shipping/receiving.
• General computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high‑pressure systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Customer- and contractor-oriented mindset.
• Ability to present information effectively in one‑on‑one and group settings.
• Basic math skills (add/sub/mul/div, fractions, decimals).
• Ability to apply common sense to day‑to‑day operations and resolve issues.
• Ability to make quick and reasonable decisions in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all aspects of operations within the area assigned.
• Maintain work schedules, timecard approvals and on‑call schedules.
• Review daily reports for accuracy.
• Receive callouts to keep operation running and uninterrupted.
• Schedule pipeline pigging operations.
• Report safety and environmental issues to manager.
• Develop good safety habits.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in safe condition.
• Ensure a safe work environment and proper PPE.
• Seek ways to improve safety, O&M procedures and efficiency.
• Support maintenance group with parts and readiness.
• Develop employees' skills to improve area performance.
• Keep lines of communication open with reports and management.
• Develop and maintain a cost-efficient budget.
• Ensure DOT records and inspections are current.
• Ensure railcars and loading operations comply with procedures and FRA standards.
• Understand shipping/receiving, yard movements, switching, ordering and releasing railcars.
• Report downtime to appropriate parties.
• Complete documentation and paperwork.
• Assist in managing budgets and capital projects.
• Lead weekly safety meetings.
• Conduct audits of field and facility processes.
• Ensure LMS, Maximo, OPSINFO, PSM, and DOT OQ items are completed on schedule.
• Keep safety and operating procedures at the forefront.
• Assist other operations and business areas as needed.
• Follow company policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Railcar loading facilities

Safety and compliance

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership and scheduling

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Maximo

OPSINFO

PSM

DOT OQ

Job description

Kinder Morgan Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee the Dore and Sidney Rail Terminals, ensuring safe, efficient operation and compliance with DOT, FRA, PSM and environmental policies.

You will manage schedules, inspect operations, coordinate pigging, and lead safety initiatives while supporting maintenance and budgeting efforts. The role emphasizes safety culture, effective communication, and hands-on leadership to maintain equipment and procedures in line with company standards