Mechanic - Natural Gas Pipeline – Shreveport, LA

The Mechanic 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: Under close supervision, performs maintenance and/or construction of plant/pipeline, the right-of-way and grounds around pipeline and facilities. Typically requires more than three years of Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline and Facility maintenance experience. 

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Comes to work promptly and regularly.
• Takes direction from supervisors well.
• Works well with others.
• Works well under the stress of deadlines.
• Concentrates well on tasks.
• Accurately completes tasks.
• May perform maintenance and/or construction of the plant/pipeline, the right of way and ground around pipeline or other facilities.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain structural, mechanical and electrical equipment and/or auxiliary equipment at natural gas compressor and Treating stations.
• Overhaul compressors, engines, turbines, motors, pumps and process equipment.
• Provide training to other company personnel on proper operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Perform engine/compressor, pump, motor performance analysis.
• Interpret lubricating oil, coolant and other operating reports.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Oversee/inspect the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Identify report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork as required.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Maintain natural gas compressors, treating facilities and pipeline as required.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance, and high level of job performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School degree or equivalent Experience / specific knowledge

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 achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties and applicable to the job classification
• Completion of any site specific technical training may be applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Capable of climbing stairs, ladders and working various equipment during production and drilling operations.
• Basic computer skills
• Experience with AMINE treatment, gas processing or glycol treatment required.
• A basic understanding of pipeline and compressor stations layout, operations, machines and maintenance is preferred.
• Experience in operations of natural gas pipelines including operations of gas dehydration, compression and treating facilities.
• Proactive individual with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• A safe driving record, along with the ability to safely operate heavy machinery, vehicles, or equipment as needed is required.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s) and lead personnel, focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules.

Working conditions / Physical demands:

• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
• 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)
• May work in low-lit areas

Minimum Training and Experience:
The minimum training and experience needed for this position include the following:

• Three or more years of experience Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline and Facility operational experience.
• Previous oilfield maintenance experience in working at an E&P/Gas Gathering company.

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.

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.