| Location | MERCER, Pennsylvania |
| Job Type | Full-time |
Kinder Morgan Corporation is the largest Natural Gas pipeline company across North America. Kinder Morgan offers challenging, rewarding careers and professionally develops its employees in technical professions serving local communities with clean energy.
This Technician position is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) Mercer, PA Area This is a Monday through Friday position with on-call responsibilities nights and weekends. Kinder Morgan values teamwork, community, safety, integrity and environmental stewardship. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k plan & retirement plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.
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Responsibilities:
Primary purpose:
Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation, control and accuracy of all natural gas measurement facilities.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and gas quality analyzers.
Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation.
Monitor natural gas through the measurement system, insure all corrections and proper gas qualities are applied.
Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to measurement electronics.
Assess all facets of assigned facilities to insure accurate measurement and to minimize the company’s lost and unaccounted gas volumes.
Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary.
Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all measurement facilities and equipment.
Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory and tariff requirements.
Represent Kinder Morgan in a professional manner with external customers.
Our Measurement Technicians come to Kinder Morgan from a variety of backgrounds, job titles, Military Specialties (MOS) and Career Management Fields (CMF). Many of our employees are Veterans who transitioned from Active Duty or currently serve in the Reserves. So whether you received your training while serving our Country in the military or while working in the private sector we encourage you to consider continuing your career as a Measurement Tech with Kinder Morgan.
Qualifications:Minimum requirements:
Education:
Associates degree in a technical field, Technical degree or certificate or equivalent experience
Experience / Specific Knowledge:
Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software.
Basic math skills.
Basic electrical skills.
Working knowledge of the National Electric Code.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems.
Knowledge in the proper use of electronic test instruments.
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
Achieve & maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision.
Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Ability to speak and understand English. Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Work safely, provide safety feedback to teammates and oversee contractors work quality and safe job performance.
Working Conditions:
May work in low-lit areas
Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, clime to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
Available for shift work when applicable
Physical demands: Ability to lift, push-pull and carry up to 50 lbs, and climb ladders on occasion.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. The job level will be commensurate to 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.
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.