E&C Technician, Level 1-4 Hereford, TX at Kinder Morgan, Inc. in Hereford, Texas

Job Description:

Position Description

Primary purpose:

• Implements and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, plant operations and measurement facilities.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Installs, inspects, maintains, operates, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and adjusts various pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and Programmable Logic (PLC) control systems.


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


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


• Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution.


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


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


• Required to take assessment testing for meeting level progression.


• 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.


• Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.


• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.


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


• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.


• Mentor with fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.


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


• Regular and predictable attendance.


• Job level commensurate with skills and experience.


• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma with 1-3 years of equivalent skills (instrumentation, automation, electrical controls) and experience.

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes.


• Reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.


• Knowledge of electronic test instruments and equipment.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.


• 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.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Basic computer skills (MS office, install software, adding drivers, etc.).


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


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Customer focus.


• Must have 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.


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

Physical demands:

• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in an awkward position and as much as 50 pounds from floor to waist.


• Ability to bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders.


• Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included.

Working conditions:

• May work in low-lit areas.


• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.


• Must wear PPE appropriate for job duty or task.


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


• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required.


• Must live within 30 miles/minutes of reporting location.

Supervisory responsibility:

• None

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

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


• Associate degree in a technical field.


• Mechanical background or automotive certification.


• Knowledge of process controls and gas processing fundamentals.


• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gasses and high/low pressure systems.

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

Kinder Morgan is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V

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.

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