Operations Specialist – Clay City, KY

Kinder Morgan•Clay City, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Specialist is based at Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Natural Gas (TGP) Clay City, Kentucky Compressor Station No. 106. The role is responsible for installing, operating, and maintaining company gas and liquid pipelines, appurtenances, terminals, compressor and pump stations, process plants, and related facilities. The position is Monday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities at night and on weekends. The employee must be able to respond to emergencies at the station within 30 minutes and may need to carry a communication device and respond to after-hours callouts within one hour. Travel may be required depending on location and workload. Job level is commensurate with skills and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must respond to and address after-hours callouts and emergencies, including after dark; may be required to carry a communication device and respond within one hour.
Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 30 minutes.
Knowledge of compressor and pump stations, gas treatment, storage facilities, process plants, gathering and transmission, and pipeline system operations.
Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high- and low-pressure systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
Ability to achieve and maintain certifications required for the job and applicable OQ qualifications and progression requirements.
Basic computer skills, including MS Office, operating systems, and company software.
Basic arithmetic skills, including 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, follow schedules and work rules, and pay attention to detail.
Ability to withstand extreme weather, work outdoors in adverse conditions, and work in low-lit areas.
Ability to frequently climb and work on elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, vertical access ladders, and stairwells.
Ability to lift at least 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from floor to waist, and to carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to see, hear, walk, and talk effectively.

Nice To Haves

Two-year associate degree or two-year vocational-technical degree in mechanical or instrumentation studies.
Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, dehydration and process equipment, valves, seals, and related equipment.
Start, stop, and operate engines and pumps within defined operating parameters.
Promote cost-effective, efficient performance of engines, pumps, and associated equipment at stations, terminals, pipelines, and process plants.
Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves, and instruments.
Install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion-control systems, measurement equipment, and storage-well equipment.
Maintain facilities, equipment, pipeline rights-of-way, and gathering or storage areas, including excavation, pipeline repair, coating and backfilling, concrete work, painting, building erection, and weed control.
Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs to, and operate equipment such as industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, and vehicles.
Represent the company in contacts with landowners, tenants, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings.
Oversee construction and maintenance work 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.
Help develop O&M and site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Complete applicable documentation and recordkeeping, and perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and tariff requirements.
Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.