Operations Specialist Bear Creek/Bienville, LA

About the role

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Bienville, LA compressor station/Bear Creek Storage Field. This is a Monday through Friday position with rotating on-call responsibilities for nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps within defined operating parameters.
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at compressor stations, pipelines, and process plants.
• Develop plans for and facilitate downhole well work.
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment and storage well equipment.
• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc).
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.).
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required (e.g., personnel in progression, transport drivers, contractors, visitors ...).
• Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Knowledge of operating costs and best practices associated with the equipment in area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties and applicable to the job classification.
• Completion of any site specific technical training may be applicable.

Skills

• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which require carrying a communication device.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer focus.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required.
• Inspect 3rd party construction as directed.
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated.
• Able to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.
• Able to work with customers, suppliers, other operations groups, engineering staff, and management.
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.

Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently, enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, wakways, etc.
• Able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional).
• May work in low-lit areas.

Preferred Experience, Skills And Knowledge

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high and low pressure systems.
• Knowledge in analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs on compressor engines, pumps and other associated equipment.
• Knowledge of pipeline or compression experience.

Benefits

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Pay

Job level commensurate with skills and experience.

Schedule

This is a Monday through Friday position with rotating on-call responsibilities for nights and weekends.