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Mechanic - LNG

Job ID #: 30951 Location: GA-SAVANNAH

Functional Area: Misc./Trades Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: GED

RC/Department: 5696 -GPL-E-SOUTHERN LNG :KMPL

Position Description

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 84,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle petroleum products, chemicals and other products.

Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures.

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

Primary purpose:

+ Responsible for the installation and maintenance of Company LNG/Gas/Liquid equipment, appurtenances, terminals, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants and other related facilities.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

+ Responsible for the operation and maintenance of Piping, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment, process equipment, valves, seals and other related equipment.

+ Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at an LNG facility.

+ Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, compressors, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.

+ Install, repair, service and maintain valves, centrifugal pumps, cryogenic compressors and reciprocating engines.

+ Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and backfilling excavations, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.

+ Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial carry deck crane, backhoe, water pumps, air compressors, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.)

+ Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.

+ Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required.

+ Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)

+ Perform minor electrical maintenance.

+ Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.

+ Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.

+ Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.

+ 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.

+ Demonstrate safe work practices with product (gas & liquid) handling techniques/procedures.

+ Ability to work alone safely and accomplish routine ‘covered tasks’ with oversight from a qualified employee.

+ Regular and predictable attendance

+ Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:

Education:

+ High School Diploma or GED

Experience / specific knowledge:

+ Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which may require carrying a communication device.

+ Detailed knowledge of compressor or pump station, terminal, process plant, gas treatment, storage facilities, gathering and transmission pipeline systems operations

+ Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high and low pressure systems

+ Experience analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs on compressor engines, pumps and other associated equipment

+ Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

+ Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.

+ Must meet the criteria to maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) as required by USCG/DHS regulations.

+ May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations

+ May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

+ Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

+ Completion of any site specific technical training (TPC Training Program, locally developed training program(s)

+ Completion of DOT OQ Qualification

+ Review appropriate O&M Procedures

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

+ Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software)

+ Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)

+ Good verbal and written communication skills

+ Customer focus

+ Inspect 3rd party construction as directed

+ Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself

+ Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

+ Ability to speak and understand English

+ Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Physical demands:

+ Lift, pull, push, and carry up to 50 pounds.

+ Exert up to 100 pounds of physical force.

+ Stand, walk, kneel, bend and squat for extended periods of time.

+ Twist head and back for extended periods of time.

+ Ascend and descend slopes and ditches.

+ Work with hands above head

+ Work lying on back.

+ Climb to heights exceeding 150 feet.

Working conditions:

+ May work in low-lit areas

+ Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions

+ Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.

+ Be available for shift work when applicable

Supervisory responsibility:

+ N/A

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.