Kinder Morgan, Inc.
E&C Technician, Level 1-4 (Odessa) (Finance)
Primary Purpose:
Implements and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, terminals, pump stations, plant operations and measurement facilities
Essential Duties and responsibilities:
• Duties include installing, inspecting, maintaining, operating, troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment, and completing all appropriate documentation associated with the duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Performs 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
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
Educational requirements:
• Two year Associate Degree in job related technical training or equivalent work experience.
Experience / specific knowledge:
• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes
• Knowledge of electronic test instruments and equipment
• 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)
Certifications, licenses, registrations:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• 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.
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.
• Proficient with electronic test instruments
• Job planning and prioritizing
• Basic computer skills (MS office, operating systems, etc)
• 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 set
Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment/tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights. May work in a standing, sitting, lying
down, crouched or kneeling position.
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and
instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included.
• Physical ability to lift as much as 75lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders with or without accommodation.
• Regularly gets into and out of vehicles and rides over rough roads
Working conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• May work in low-lit areas
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, clime to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
• Available for shift work when needed
• Wears safety equipment as required
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.