Terminal Operator- Queen City

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a hands-on liquid product handler for a multi-site terminal in the United States. The role involves moving chemicals and petrochemicals by barge, rail car, tank truck, and related equipment in a safe, compliant environment.

Responsibilities include operating valves, performing gauging, inspections, labeling, and documentation, with a focus on safety and efficiency in an outdoor, industrial setting. A HS diploma and a year of industrial experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with pipe wrenches, box wrenches and other similar tools.
• Must possess and maintain a drivers' license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, fractions, multiplication/division and percentages, are required.
• The ability to work from written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to work with others, takes direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen upon offer

Responsibilities

• Perform associated work as directed by work orders and/or supervision consistent with standard operating procedures, state and local regulations in a safe, timely and cost effective manner.
• Climbing elevated tanks to determine the volume of material in the tank via a gauging process.
• Transfer chemical and/or petroleum products to and from various bulk containers including rail cars and tank trucks.
• Open and close valves, connect and disconnect hoses in order to allow for the proper product transfer.
• Perform daily walk around inspections of the liquid handling equipment over a multi-acre facility.
• Performs heating functions of required products in terminal storage facilities and mode units as required; operation of an industrial boiler may be required.
• Conducts spill clean-up operations as required.
• Performs housekeeping responsibilities around operational activities, on the grounds and at the buildings.
• Properly label containers and vessels as required per DOT regulations.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives and procedure and policy training, including any required testing.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Complete required customer and company documentation such as bills of lading in a clear and legible manner.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver's license

Math skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipe wrenches

Box wrenches

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Perform liquid product handling of a variety of chemicals and petrochemicals in an industrial work environment. The product handling will be by way of barges, tank-to-tank transfers, tank car, and tank truck, boiler operations and/or other work required within the terminal.

What You Will Do

• Perform associated work as directed by work orders and/or supervision consistent with standard operating procedures, state and local regulations in a safe, timely and cost effective manner
• Climbing elevated tanks to determine the volume of material in the tank via a gauging process
• Transfer chemical and/or petroleum products to and from various bulk containers including rail cars and tank trucks
• Open and close valves, connect and disconnect hoses in order to allow for the proper product transfer
• Perform daily walk around inspections of the liquid handling equipment over a multi-acre facility
• Performs heating functions of required products in terminal storage facilities and mode units as required; operation of an industrial boiler may be required
• Conducts spill clean-up operations as required
• Performs housekeeping responsibilities around operational activities, on the grounds and at the buildings
• Properly label containers and vessels as required per DOT regulations
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives and procedure and policy training, including any required testing
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Complete required customer and company documentation such as bills of lading in a clear and legible manner
• Other duties as assigned

What You Need

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an industrial environment
• Familiarity with pipe wrenches, box wrenches and other similar tools
• Must possess and maintain a drivers' license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, fractions, multiplication/division and percentages, are required
• The ability to work from written and verbal instructions
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Ability to write legibly
• Ability to work with others, takes direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen upon offer

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to wear standard PPE (hard hat, goggles, rain gear, steel toe boots, gloves) and qualify to wear a full face respirator
• Must be able to stand, sit or walk for long periods of time, up to 12 hours in duration
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and raise your body weight as high as 4 feet
• Must not have a fear of water or heights (over 40 feet); the ability to swim is a plus
• Able to traverse uneven and slippery walking surfaces
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions, as a majority of the time will be working outside
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, rotational shifts and be available for emergency assignments
• Must be willing to work hours during the week and/or weekends and holidays in a 24 our per day operation

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.