Crew Lead - Maintenance/Mechanical - Shreveport, LA

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 Crew Lead is responsible for leading a team of Mechanics. Ensure development of employee skills and safe operations of day to day work.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Work with Operations Supervisor to plan and prioritize daily work activities and projects.
• Prepare daily resource plan using available employees and contractor resources to execute daily work requirements.
• Coordinate closely with MPS and PPS to ensure best utilization of resources.
• Lead workgroup in executing daily work requirements.
• Develop and/or Review safe work plans, shut-out plans, JSA’s, site specific procedures, project scopes, and monitor work activities as necessary to ensure plans and procedures are being followed.
• Mentor/train employees and third party personnel as required.
• Participate along with supervision in outage planning and coordination with Gas Control.
• Ensure inventory is maintained and warehouse stock is issued as required.
• Manage small location projects and estimate scope and cost for future budgets.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties to include materials and contractor sourcing and coordination.
• Along with the Operations Supervisor, prepare for and execute emergency response activities as needed.
• Review spring and fall shut-ins.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping.
• Use Maximo in the management of these key areas: 
  • O&M requirements;
  • Operation and maintenance of process equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbos, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals and other related equipment; Install, repair, service and maintain instrumentation, valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, and associated equipment.
  • Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.).
  • Maintain a list of emergent work items to complete.
  • Responsibilities:

    Education Requirements:

    • GED with five to seven years of commensurate experience with emphasis in compressor station mechanical operation, project management, and technical analysis.
    • Associates degree in a technical field or a 4 year degree is preferred.

    Experience, skills, competencies, and knowledge:

    • Extensive knowledge of oil & gas mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, piping, and rotating equipment.
    • Strong understanding of engine systems and associated exhaust and emissions-related mechanical components.
    • Proven ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical failures in field and plant environments.
    • Experience leading mechanical maintenance, inspection, and repair activities on production and processing equipment.
    • Skilled in preventive and predictive maintenance practices to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
    • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and OEM manuals.
    • Proficient in precision measurement, alignment, and mechanical inspection techniques (e.g., vibration checks, clearances, tolerances).
    • Hands-on experience with mechanical tools, rigging, and lifting operations related to equipment maintenance and replacement.
    • Ability to develop, plan, and execute mechanical work scopes, including shutdowns and turnaround activities.
    • Strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective mechanical solutions.
    • Solid understanding of mechanical integrity principles and equipment performance standards in oil & gas operations.
    • Maintains strict adherence to mechanical safety practices, including proper isolation of equipment and safe handling of pressurized systems.
    • Competent in using maintenance management systems (CMMS) and digital tools for tracking mechanical work and equipment history.
    • Strong math skills applicable to mechanical calculations, measurements, and tolerances.
    • Capable of performing and overseeing mechanical work with minimal supervision while ensuring quality and reliability.

    Physical demands:

    • Must be able to withstand extreme conditions; will work outside in all environmental conditions.
    • Must be able to frequently: enter confined spaces; and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways.
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
    • Must be able to see, hear, walk and talk effectively.

    Working Conditions:

    • Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working hours, and non-working hours as needed.
    • 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.

    Supervisory Responsibility:

    • This is a leadership position but does not have any direct reports.

    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.

    Qualifications:

    Education Requirements: 

    • GED with five to seven years of commensurate experience with emphasis in compressor station mechanical operation, project management, and technical analysis.
    • Associates degree in a technical field or a 4 year degree is preferred.

    Experience, skills, competencies, and knowledge:

    • Extensive knowledge of oil & gas mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, piping, and rotating equipment.
    • Strong understanding of engine systems and associated exhaust and emissions-related mechanical components.
    • Proven ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical failures in field and plant environments.
    • Experience leading mechanical maintenance, inspection, and repair activities on production and processing equipment.
    • Skilled in preventive and predictive maintenance practices to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
    • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and OEM manuals.
    • Proficient in precision measurement, alignment, and mechanical inspection techniques (e.g., vibration checks, clearances, tolerances).
    • Hands-on experience with mechanical tools, rigging, and lifting operations related to equipment maintenance and replacement.
    • Ability to develop, plan, and execute mechanical work scopes, including shutdowns and turnaround activities.
    • Strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective mechanical solutions.
    • Solid understanding of mechanical integrity principles and equipment performance standards in oil & gas operations.
    • Maintains strict adherence to mechanical safety practices, including proper isolation of equipment and safe handling of pressurized systems.
    • Competent in using maintenance management systems (CMMS) and digital tools for tracking mechanical work and equipment history.
    • Strong math skills applicable to mechanical calculations, measurements, and tolerances.
    • Capable of performing and overseeing mechanical work with minimal supervision while ensuring quality and reliability.

    Physical demands:

    • Must be able to withstand extreme conditions; will work outside in all environmental conditions.
    • Must be able to frequently: enter confined spaces; and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways.
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
    • Must be able to see, hear, walk and talk effectively.

    Working Conditions:

    • Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working hours, and non-working hours as needed.
    • 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.

    Supervisory Responsibility:

    • This is a leadership position but does not have any direct reports.

    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.

    Why Join Kinder Morgan:

    Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

     

    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.

     

    For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.