Plant Operator - Prairie View RNG

Kinder Morgan • Bremen, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves monitoring and controlling various components of an RNG gas processing facility, ensuring efficient and safe operations. The Plant Operator will be responsible for maintaining operating parameters, assisting with maintenance, monitoring product quality, performing compliance activities, and executing emergency response plans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Be prepared to execute emergency response activities at all times.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Rotating shift work and overtime
• Some travel may be required.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Knowledge of compressor, pump, and general processing plant operations.
• Knowledge of gas and liquid processing theories and fundamentals
• Experience or familiarity analyzing, adjusting and making minor repairs on compressors, pumps and other associated equipment.
• Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications (OQ) and progression requirements applicable to the job classification. OQ includes but is not limited to; Gas Detection/Alarm System Maintenance/Performance Tests; Inspect/Isolate/Operate/Shut Down/Start Compressor Units (manual and remote); Locating Pipelines; Damage Prevention; Leakage Survey and Investigation; and Valve Maintenance.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Company Insurance Carrier
• Mechanical aptitude on related equipment.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operation systems and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Customer focus.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree in related field.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures and practices as well as regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control terminal components such as pumps, compressors, blowers, natural gas compression equipment; electrical systems; utilities systems (air, nitrogen, water sump pumps); fire protection, and hazard detection systems; and security systems.
• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps and other equipment to maintain designated operating parameters.
• Assist in the planning and performance of maintenance and repairs on compressors, engines, turbines, auxiliary equipment, pumps, process controls, and related equipment.
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all gas and liquid processing units and associated equipment.
• Monitor quality of product to ensure meeting specifications and takes appropriate actions when out of specification product is identified.
• Notify personnel as appropriate of the status of system operations.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.), including hazardous waste storage, labeling, inspecting and shipping.
• Execute emergency response activities at all times.
• Perform general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

What This Job Offers

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