Mechanical Technician

Kinder Morgan • Baton Rouge, LA

18d

About The Position

The Mechanical Technician maintains and repairs mechanical equipment in an assigned geographical area. The role supports pipeline operations by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing pipeline-related equipment and performing preventative maintenance. The technician may also assist with equipment and right-of-way repairs, maintenance, and operations, support training of Operations and Maintenance personnel, and perform basic electrical, right-of-way, operational, and general maintenance duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Sufficient relevant experience and mechanical technician-related work experience in an industrial environment to satisfactorily perform the job.
• Sufficient on-the-job experience performing mechanical technician-related duties in an industrial environment.
• Good technical and analytical ability.
• Physically able to carry out job requirements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend written communications.
• Ability to accept supervision and direction and work efficiently and cooperatively with other people.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime and respond to callouts as needed.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• Two- or four-year Mechanical Technology degree, certificate, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pipeline-related equipment, including valves, pumps, electric valve actuators, turbine meters, and tanks.
• Calibrate mechanical pressure gauges.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Budget and procure parts and tools when necessary.
• Assist with repairs, maintenance, and operation of equipment and right of way.
• Participate in training Operations and Maintenance personnel.
• Perform basic electrical, right-of-way, operational, and general maintenance duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED