Maintenance Manager

Kinder Morgan•Port Arthur, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager reports to the Terminal Manager and is responsible for maintenance of Kinder Morgan terminal bulk operations within the Valero Port Arthur Refinery. The role oversees the maintenance team, safety, quality control, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and maintenance and repairs for facility assets. These assets include heavy equipment such as cranes, dozers, and excavators; conveyors; a ship loader; compressor systems; and electrical and mechanical systems. The position oversees maintenance programs and activities, including preventive and corrective maintenance using Maximo. It also leads the maintenance team, plans and coordinates projects and schedules, manages contractors, collaborates across departments, controls budgets and inventory, ensures regulatory and safety compliance, and drives continuous improvement. The role is based in a terminal/refinery setting and includes field and office work, on-call and emergency support, and occasional overtime or travel.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
5–7 years of maintenance leadership experience in industrial or terminal operations.
Strong understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance programs, mechanical and electrical systems, and computerized maintenance management systems such as Maximo.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams, including experience hiring, training, and managing performance.
Skill in planning, budgeting, scheduling, and managing multiple projects simultaneously, including contractor oversight.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations relating to safety, environmental, and operational standards.
Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and comply with procurement policies.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments.
Demonstrated problem-solving ability and capacity to implement solutions and improve maintenance processes.
Commitment to enforcing company safety policies and fostering a culture of safe operations.
Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers; must be willing to use a personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.
Must meet requirements to enter foreign trade zones, including background checks by the U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security, and obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
Must pass a drug and alcohol test and a hair follicle test.
Must possess safety training or certification required by customers and Kinder Morgan locations.
Must pass DISA/ISTC background checks and testing for entrance into the refinery.
Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods; bend, stoop, kneel, and work in confined spaces as needed; and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Visual and auditory acuity required to safely operate in an industrial environment.
Manual dexterity to operate tools, equipment, and computer systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, or a related field.
Five years of experience working with bulk material handling equipment, conveyors, gearboxes, drive systems, and motors.

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance programs and activities to ensure assets and equipment operate safely and efficiently, including preventive and corrective maintenance using Maximo.
Lead and manage the Terminal Maintenance team, including hiring, training, performance management, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
Plan, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance projects and schedules to support timely completion within budget and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Manage contractor relationships by developing scopes of work, soliciting bids, and supervising contractors.
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, EHS, and Finance to resolve scheduling issues, optimize workflows, and align with corporate objectives.
Monitor and control budgets, expenditures, and inventory; prepare cost reports and comply with procurement policies.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, and enforce company rules and procedures for safe operations.
Drive continuous improvement in maintenance processes, equipment performance, and operational efficiency.
Maintain and repair facility assets, including heavy equipment, conveyors, ship loader, compressor systems, and electrical and mechanical systems.
Provide on-call support and emergency response as needed.