Kinder Morgan

Natural Gas Pipeline Operator – Shreveport, LA

LocationShreveport, LA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 139 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle various commodities including gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, chemicals, metals, petroleum coke and ethanol and other renewable fuels and feedstocks.

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.

The Operator position is based out of Kinder Morgan’s KinderHawk facility located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106.

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


Operator Primary Purpose:

Under close supervision, performs unskilled maintenance and/or construction of the pipeline, the right-of-way and grounds around pipeline or other facilities. Is trained in operating and/or monitoring station/terminal equipment through manipulation of station/terminal central control panel to control movement of product into, out of, and with terminal. Typically requires more than three years of Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline and Facility operational experience.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Comes to work promptly and regularly.
Takes direction from supervisors well.
Works well with others.
Works well under the stress of deadlines.
Concentrates well on tasks.
Accurately completes tasks.
May perform maintenance and/or construction of the pipeline, the right of way and ground around pipeline or other facilities.
The system operator is trained in operating and or monitoring the equipment through manipulation of terminal/station central control panels to control movement of product into, out of and through terminals.
Responsible for the operation of natural gas pipelines including operations of gas dehydration, compression and treating facilities.
Operating internal combustion engines to transmit compress or recover gases, such as natural gas in various processes.
Performing minor repairs on equipment, according to type of gas compressed or recovered.
Operating equipment to control transmission of natural gas through pipelines.
Moving controls and turns valves to start compressor engines, pumps and auxiliary equipment.
Operating equipment to control transmission of natural gas through pipelines.
Observing operation of equipment to detect malfunctions.
Monitoring meters, gauges and recoding instrument charts to ensure specified temperature, pressure and flow of gas through system.
Conducting chemical tests to evaluate quality of gas.
Recording instrument readings and operational changes in operating log.
Performing minor repairs on equipment using hand tools.
Operating or tends equipment to purify gas
Operating and monitoring the related activities includes safely driving to field location and sites, and is essential to the role.
Other duties as assigned.


Position Requirements


Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent


Experience / specific knowledge:

Capable of climbing stairs, ladders and working various equipment.
Basic computer skills Experience with AMINE treatment, gas processing or glycol treatment required.
A basic understanding of pipeline and compressor stations layout, operations, machines and maintenance is preferred.
Experience in operations of natural gas pipelines including operations of gas dehydration, compression and treating facilities.
Proactive individual with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
A safe driving record, along with the ability to safely operate heavy machinery, vehicles, or equipment as needed is required.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s) and lead personnel, focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules.


Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.


Competencies, skills, and abilities:

Computer skills (MS office, MS Excel, operating systems, etc.)
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.
Ability to speak and understand English.


Physical Demands:

Lift, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.
Advantageous but not required to be able to occasionally 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.
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.


Working Conditions:

May work in low-lit areas.
Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
Must be able to frequently climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required.
Must be able to report to the Compressor Station within 1 hour of a call-out.

Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required, but advantageous in this position)

Three or more years of experience Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline and Facility operational experience.
Previous oilfield and lease operator or pumper experience in working at an E&P Operating company.

Job level commensurate with skills and experience. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

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.

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