Mechanic - LNG

Kinder Morgan•Savannah, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kinder Morgan is seeking a mechanic (operations specialist) to install and maintain company LNG, gas, and liquid equipment, appurtenances, terminals, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants, and related facilities. The position is located at 1 Elba Island Road, Savannah, GA 31404. The mechanic operates, maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a broad range of equipment, including piping, compressors, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, dehydration and process equipment, valves, seals, and instruments. Duties also include facility and equipment upkeep, minor electrical maintenance, overseeing third-party construction or maintenance, training personnel, carrying out regulatory compliance activities, documenting work, and contributing to safety and operational excellence. The role requires responding to after-hours callouts and emergencies, including after dark. Work may involve low-lit areas, extreme weather, confined spaces, elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, and shift work when applicable. Physical activities include lifting and carrying, standing and walking for extended periods, climbing, and working in various positions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, relevant equipment and facility operations knowledge, safe handling practices, equipment repair experience, and the ability to read blueprints and P&IDs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Detailed knowledge of compressor or pump stations, terminals, process plants, gas treatment and storage facilities, and gathering and transmission pipeline system operations.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high- and low-pressure systems.
Experience analyzing, adjusting, and making minor repairs to compressor engines, pumps, and associated equipment.
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
Must meet the criteria to maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) as required by USCG/DHS regulations.
Must achieve and maintain applicable OQ qualifications and progression requirements.
Completion of DOT OQ qualification, review of appropriate O&M procedures, and completion of site-specific technical training, including the TPC Training Program or locally developed training programs.
Basic computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, and company software.
Basic math skills, including arithmetic, fractions, and decimals.
Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak and understand English.
Customer focus and ability to work with a team, take direction, maintain required work schedules, pay attention to detail, and follow work rules.
Ability to lift, pull, push, and carry up to 50 pounds and exert up to 100 pounds of physical force.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, squat, and twist the head and back for extended periods; ascend and descend slopes and ditches; work with hands above the head and while lying on the back; and climb to heights exceeding 150 feet.
Ability to work in low-lit areas and withstand extreme weather conditions.
Ability to frequently enter confined spaces and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
Availability for shift work when applicable.
Must respond to after-hours callouts and emergencies, which may require carrying a communication device.

Nice To Haves

May be required to possess a commercial driver's license and drive a company commercial vehicle in compliance with commercial vehicle regulations.
May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain company LNG, gas, and liquid equipment, appurtenances, terminals, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants, and related facilities.
Operate and maintain piping, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, dehydration equipment, process equipment, valves, seals, and related equipment.
Ensure cost-effective and efficient performance of 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.
Maintain facilities and equipment, including pipeline rights-of-way and storage areas; perform tasks such as excavation, repairs, coating, backfilling, concrete work, painting, building erection, and weed control.
Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs to, and operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, water pumps, air compressors, coolers, test equipment, and vehicles.
Oversee construction and maintenance activities performed by third parties.
Train and oversee company and third-party personnel as required.
Perform governmental compliance activities involving agencies such as PHMSA, state agencies, EPA, and USFS.
Perform minor electrical maintenance.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns; participate in safety programs and initiatives.
Participate in developing O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Complete applicable documentation and record keeping.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and company tariff requirements.
Demonstrate operational excellence and safe work practices for gas and liquid product handling.
Work alone safely and complete routine covered tasks with oversight from a qualified employee.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.
Respond to and address after-hours callouts and emergencies, including after dark.
Inspect third-party construction as directed and mentor fellow employees when opportunities arise.