Kinder Morgan, Inc. · 1 day ago
Equipment and Controls Technician
Hewitt, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expKinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, and they are seeking an Equipment and Controls Technician to implement and maintain electrical power circuits and control systems. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on various equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Installing, inspecting, maintaining, operating, troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment, and completing 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
Qualification
Required
Two year Associate Degree in job related technical training or equivalent work experience
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
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
Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies (within 45 minutes) 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
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
Be available for shift work when applicable
Preferred
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Two retirement plans
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Company
Kinder Morgan, Inc.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
Founded in 2000Chicago, Illinois, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$830MKey Investors
ArcLight Capital
2025-03-21Acquired
2023-06-15Secondary Market
2021-02-22Secondary Market· $830M
Leadership Team
David Michels
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Kenneth Grubb
Chief Operating Officer, Gas Pipelines
Recent News
2023-11-08
2023-11-04
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