Operations Specialist - Bakken Plant

Kinder Morgan•SIDNEY, MT

About The Position

The Operations Specialist is responsible for the safe operation of gathering systems and related equipment. The role supports capital projects and day-to-day gathering system operations, compressor maintenance, pipeline pigging, measurement tasks, documentation, inspections, callouts, contractor work, and other business needs. The position works mostly outdoors around mechanical, industrial, and electrical equipment and may involve confined spaces, heights, hazardous conditions, and varying weather and temperatures. Employees must wear required safety equipment and pass an SCBA fit test and screening as a condition of employment.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
General knowledge of compressor stations, gathering systems, and processing plant operations.
Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Customer orientation.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to company employees and outside contractors.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to day-to-day operational issues.
Ability to make quick and reasonable decisions in sometimes adverse conditions.
Valid state operating license and a driving record insurable under company insurance standards.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, and applying torque.
Ability to pass an SCBA fit test and screening as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Assist with capital projects and day-to-day business relating to the gathering system.
Assist with compressor maintenance and related equipment.
Perform minor repairs with the assistance of others.
Pig pipelines regularly to maintain efficient operation.
Assist with measurement duties, including pulling samples and performing related tasks when called upon.
Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
Perform daily checks of compressor stations and complete reports.
Respond promptly to callouts involving equipment and compressors.
Report unsafe and environmental issues to a supervisor.
Care for company vehicles and equipment and maintain the company vehicle appropriately.
Oversee contract work.
Seek out new ways of doing things.
Report excessive downtime to appropriate people.
Help in other areas of the business as needed.
Follow company policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.