Equipment and Controls Technician - Shreveport, LA

Equipment and Controls Technician – Shreveport, LA

Job ID # : 31494 Location : LA-SHREVEPORT

Functional Area : Misc. / Trades Position Type : Full Time

Experience Required : 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided : No

Education Required : GED

RC / Department : 5941 -GPL-E-KH-OPERATIONS : KMPL

Position Description

Job level commensurate with experience and skill set. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 139 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle various commodities including gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, chemicals, metals, petroleum coke and ethanol and other renewable fuels and feedstocks.

Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures.

The E&C Tech position is based out of our KinderHawk office located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106. This position requires on-call responsibilities for nights and weekends.

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

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Primary Purpose : Implements and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, terminals, pump stations, plant operations and measurement facilities. Essential duties and responsibilities :

Install, inspect, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment, and complete all appropriate documentation associated with the duties

Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment

Performs Inspection and Maintenance (I&M) checks on all control systems

Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns

Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements

Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence

Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself

Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution

Perform advanced engine / compressor / pump analytical testing

Lead efforts to develop and implement changes as a result of the analytical testing

Assist Corrosion and Engineering personnel with the evaluation / development / implementation / maintenance of facility grounding systems

Install, analyze and repair security / intrusion systems

Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed

Oversee the construction and / or maintenance activities performed by third parties

Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education :

• Two year Associate Degree in job related technical training or equivalent work experience

Certifications, licenses, registrations :

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers

May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations

May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Working knowledge of National Electric Codes

Proficient with electronic test instruments

Knowledge of process controls and gas processing fundamentals

Knowledge and experience preparing drawings of electrical circuits

Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams

Knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)

Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements

Competencies, skills, and abilities :

Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies during and after regular business hours including after dark hours, which require carrying a communication device

Travel will be required

Overtime may be required and is anticipated

Job planning and prioritizing

Intermediate computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software)

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)

Good verbal and written communication skills

Customer focus

Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets

The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Working conditions / Physical demands :

Must be able to frequently, enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, walkways, etc.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional)

Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions

May work in low-lit areas

Be available for shift work when applicable

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities (not required but advantageous in this position) :

5 years’ experience in operating and maintaining treating plants and compressors

Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems

Knowledge and experience with electronic equipment, high pressure gas, processing equipment, pumps and reciprocating or gas turbine engines and compressors

Knowledge of Wonderware software

Job level commensurate with skills and experience. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT : We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.