Line Patroller

Kinder Morgan•Wrens, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kinder Morgan is seeking a field-based Line Patroller to support and protect natural gas infrastructure in Georgia. The position is based at Kinder Morgan’s Southern Natural Gas (SNG) Wrens compressor station and combines pipeline operations, utility locating, damage prevention, construction inspection, right-of-way monitoring, and public safety responsibilities. The job level is commensurate with skills and experience; Level 1 is entry-level and involves approximately six to twelve months of training and work experience to progress to the next level. The role is primarily Monday through Friday, with some on-call responsibilities. It requires extensive local travel within an assigned geographic area; some travel and overnight stays outside the reporting location may be needed to support projects. The employee must respond to callouts and emergencies after regular business hours, carry a company-provided cell phone or pager, and be available during working and non-working hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and a long-term safe driving record.
Achieve and maintain all qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
Excellent driving record and a record of safe work practices.
Proficiency with computers, including MS Office, various operating systems, and company software.
Ability to write and document work activities, including technical writing and complete, concise records.
Basic math skills, including arithmetic, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team, with little direct supervision, and develop and adhere to required work schedules.
Ability to speak and understand English.
Strong interpersonal skills, including effective listening and communication, collaboration, conflict management, receptiveness to feedback, and a positive attitude.
Ability to withstand extreme weather, frequently traverse difficult terrain in all weather, walk long distances, and work in rural and isolated areas.
Ability to transport 20 pounds of work-related equipment and lift at least 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and respond to after-hours callouts and emergencies.
Availability during working and non-working hours while carrying a company-provided cell phone or pager.
Ability to work after hours as dictated by the current-day work schedule and travel within an assigned geographic region; some overnight travel may be required.
Successful completion of a drug screen and background check after an offer and before employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pipeline maintenance and/or excavation.
Extensive experience writing reports, log entries, journals, and other records.
Knowledge of compressor station and transmission pipeline systems.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases and high- and low-pressure systems.
Knowledge and experience with valve operating systems.
Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and practices.
Basic pipeline experience, including operation of transmission lines and valves.
Basic knowledge of Georgia and Florida One Call laws and requirements.
Basic knowledge of underground utility locating and safe excavation practices.
Ability to drive an off-road light-duty truck and UTV.
Experience in utility locating, including USIC or similar locating work.
Experience in excavation inspection, utility construction, pipeline operations, underground utilities, construction management, or surveying.

Responsibilities

Implement the Company Damage Prevention Program, including coordinating and performing pipeline patrols, utility locating, construction inspection, and excavation inspection.
Locate and mark company facilities according to Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures before and during excavation.
Document daily work activities and required tasks clearly and completely, and perform required record keeping and data entry.
Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys, and inspections according to company procedures.
Coordinate local damage-prevention activities.
Oversee and inspect excavation near pipeline facilities to protect company assets and ensure compliance with company procedures.
Inspect projects involving excavation near pipeline facilities and pipeline facility repairs.
Perform construction inspection duties, including completing documentation and as-built drawings, overseeing contractors, representing the company during construction, reporting progress to Operations and the Project Manager, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies.
Represent the company in contacts with landowners and tenants, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings.
Perform governmental compliance activities involving agencies such as PHMSA, state agencies, EPA, and USFS.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
Participate in developing O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
Work and drive safely and perform other duties as assigned.