Equipment and Controls Technician – Shreveport, LA

Primary Purpose

The E&C Tech position is based out of our KinderHawk office located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106. This position requires on-call responsibilities for nights and weekends. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

What You Will Do

• Install, inspect, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment, and complete all appropriate documentation associated with the duties
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment
• Perform Inspection and Maintenance (I&M) checks on all control systems
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself
• Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution
• Perform advanced engine/compressor/pump analytical testing
• Lead efforts to develop and implement changes as a result of the analytical testing
• Assist Corrosion and Engineering personnel with the evaluation / development / implementation / maintenance of facility grounding systems
• Install, analyze and repair security/intrusion systems
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
• Other duties as assigned

What You Need

• Education: Two year Associate Degree in job related technical training or equivalent work experience
• Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Working knowledge of National Electric Codes, Proficient with electronic test instruments, Knowledge of process controls and gas processing fundamentals, Knowledge and experience preparing drawings of electrical circuits, Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams, Knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, etc.), Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements

Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which require carrying a communication device
• Travel will be required
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated
• Job planning and prioritizing
• Intermediate computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software)
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Customer focus
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Job Level Commensurate With Experience And Skill Sets

The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

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.