Mechanic, Level 1-4 (Altamont)

What We Are Looking For

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and/or auxiliary equipment.
• Perform heavy mechanical maintenance and replacement of reciprocating and screw compressors, engines and process equipment.

What You Will Do

• Assess the condition of engine and compressor components as well as performing the required maintenance based on company standards and original manufacturer's specifications.
• Based on experience, mentor team mates and other company personnel on proper operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Identify, report, and assist in correcting safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork timely and accurately.
• 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.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance, and high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Follow all safety policies so that tasks and assignments are completed in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, with an emphasis on finishing each day injury and incident free.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance of reciprocating/centrifugal compressor units. Also, preferably, experience with Caterpillar/Waukesha engines, Ariel, RDS and Cooper natural gas compressors, auxiliary engines, and related Process equipment such as fans, coolers and pumps.
• Experience in engine and compressor overhauls including top ends, swings and zero hour overhauls.
• Experience in troubleshooting natural gas driven engines, compressors and associated equipment.
• Basic knowledge of engine emissions which consist of AFR adjustment, catalyst process and analyzing instruments.
• Basic knowledge of station operations and equipment functions.
• Experience with Cat ET and Waukesha ESM programs.
• Strong mechanical skills and knowledge of compressor engines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in heavy maintenance related to engine/compressor units. Also, preferably, experience with natural gas compressors, auxiliary engines, and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain natural gas plant equipment, pumps, exchangers, compressors, and related auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to operate forklifts and light industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret various company policies and procedures, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manual and blueprints.
• Ability to respond in a timely manner to any emergency or after-hours calls.
• Good communication skills - must be able to interface effectively with many internal and external customers, regulatory officials, company contacts and co-workers.
• Must have detailed knowledge of mechanical equipment, internal combustion engines, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software if applicable), trainable to custom software applications.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Customer focus.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to required work schedules.
• Responsible for administrative tasks including ordering and receiving required replacement parts, completing personal timesheets and expense accounts, and maintaining a company vehicle.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Act as a company representative when interacting with contractors and vendors.
• Promote and embody Kinder Morgan Core Values.

Working Conditions

• Work in an industrial environment, which includes engine rooms and auxiliary buildings.
• Must be available for callouts 24/7, except during company sponsored paid time off.
• Must live within a reasonable response time from the reporting location.
• Work effectively in a team atmosphere.
• Typical work schedule is 4 days per week, ten hours per day.
• Requires some overnight travel, working other than normal hours, overtime, schedule changes, and the ability to respond to call-outs.
• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity, as well as the ability to:
  • Lift, pull, push, and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Exert up to 100 lbs. of physical force.
  • Stand, walk, kneel, bend, and squat for extended periods of time.
  • Twist head and back for extended periods of time.
  • Work in areas classified as confined space.
  • Climb and work from ladders, catwalks, staging, and platforms.
  • Ascend and descend slopes and ditches.
  • Work with hands above head.
  • Work lying on back.
  • Work in adverse weather and/or extreme temperature conditions.
• ADA Job Requirements: Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance, mental, or emotional disability.