Terminal Operator

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor to support terminal management and back-up coverage for the Area Manager. You will help ensure safe, efficient pipeline operations across all station activities, including remote locations and booster sites.

The role emphasizes leadership, decision-making, and coordination with shipping customers to resolve scheduling and inventory issues while maintaining regulatory and company safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass safety training/certification as required by customers and Kinder Morgan.

Responsibilities

• Assist Area Manager with terminal activities to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Provide back-up coverage when Area Manager is unavailable.
• Coordinate with customers to resolve scheduling, metering/inventory, and quality control issues.
• Supervise contractors on site to protect company interests.
• Operate or supervise operations safely and in compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Overtime readiness

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The primary purpose of the Operations Supervisor position is to assist the Area Manager in the full range of duties and responsibilities involved in terminal management; to provide back-up coverage when the Area Manager is out or unavailable; to gain a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of both the operational and administrative responsibilities of terminal management; and to develop and exhibit the necessary leadership, analytical/decision making and managerial skills in order to move into an Area Manager position. The Operations Supervisor will assist the Area Manager with the management of all station or terminal activities, including remote locations and booster stations, to ensure safe, efficient pipeline operations in assigned areas. He/she will perform specific duties as assigned which may include acting as a liaison between pipeline activities and shipping customers in order to maintain efficient delivery and resolve any difficulties relating to scheduling, metering/inventory, and quality control issues. The Operations Supervisor may also assist in supervising functions related to outside contractors operating on company property or in company Right-of-Way areas in order to protect company interests.

What We Are Looking For

The primary purpose of the Operations Supervisor position is to assist the Area Manager in the full range of duties and responsibilities involved in terminal management; to provide back-up coverage when the Area Manager is out or unavailable; to gain a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of both the operational and administrative responsibilities of terminal management; and to develop and exhibit the necessary leadership, analytical/decision making and managerial skills in order to move into an Area Manager position. The Operations Supervisor will assist the Area Manager with the management of all station or terminal activities, including remote locations and booster stations, to ensure safe, efficient pipeline operations in assigned areas. He/she will perform specific duties as assigned which may include acting as a liaison between pipeline activities and shipping customers in order to maintain efficient delivery and resolve any difficulties relating to scheduling, metering/inventory, and quality control issues. The Operations Supervisor may also assist in supervising functions related to outside contractors operating on company property or in company Right-of-Way areas in order to protect company interests.

What You Will Do

• As a Terminal Operator, you will be essential to the daily operations of the terminal to ensure that the company and customer's needs are met.
• Load/unload product from railcars to storage tanks.
• Unload crude oil from railcars to pipeline.
• Perform railcar switching activities.
• Perform locomotive operator duties.
• Perform tank line up for railcars to tank transfer activities.
• Knowledge of and/or operate SCADA system for automated transfer activities.
• Perform all work in strict accordance with Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all work in strict accordance with operating policies, procedures and checklists.
• Climb tank stairs, operate valves and pumps, and gauge tanks.
• Perform or assist in the performance of preventive and regular maintenance duties.
• Assist with product transfer alignments including piping, pumps and associated valves.
• Perform facility maintenance/housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Emergency Response Team (ERT) membership may be required.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required
• 1 - 3 years of experience required or equivalent combination of education/experience

Required Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers and must be willing to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must be able to pass and complete safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities and as required by Kinder Morgan at all locations.
• Must obtain and/or meet all requirements to enter foreign trade zones; such as background checks by both the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security, i.e. obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
• Must be able to safely operate a self-propelled mobile platform to gain access to the top of railcars to connect vapor vent hoses and open valves.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit test.
• Maintain training in Safety and Hazmat requirements at the facility.
• Must be able to work on docks.
• Proficient in comprehension of written work orders.
• Basic math skills required.
• Able to work with wrenches and pipe wrenches and other tools; requires turning and tightening nuts and bolts.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Must be willing and able to work as a part of team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rules.
• In order to perform essential duties, regular work attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime with little or no notice during the week, weekends, holidays, etc. as dictated by operations.
• Must be willing to be on-call as dictated by operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Two- or four-year degree with any discipline from accredited college or university OR
• Honorable discharge US military, any branch OR
• Three years terminal operations/maintenance experience OR
• Five years of Industrial experience.
• Industrial experience is defined as: an individual having experience working in an Industrial setting such as a manufacturing plant, steel mill, refinery, petrochemical plants or energy related industries OR Performed construction work on pipelines, tanks or manifolds OR Have Millwright or industrial mechanical, welding or electrical experience
• Experience transferring Crude Oil from railcar to tank through heat traced pipeline.
• Experience with heating railcars using steam.
• Proficient in rail operating and switching procedures.
• Experience switching rail cars.
• Proficient in tank car offloading procedures for both Ethanol & Crude Operations. Experience loading and unloading rail cars.
• Understand and comply with customer and Kinder Morgan's rules and policies.
• Must be willing and able to work as a part of team, take direction from supervisor(s), keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns

Working Conditions

• Required to stand, walk and climb for extended periods of time.
• Climb ladders and work at high elevations, using the proper safety equipment.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, bend, squat, reach, etc. for extended periods of time.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly exposed to outside in adverse weather conditions and also but not limited to: heights in excess of 5 feet, work in confined spaces, work in elevated areas, etc.

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.