Measurement Technician - LNG

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 84,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle petroleum products, chemicals and other products.

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 measurement technician is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Elba Island Facility located at 1 Elba Island Road, Savannah, GA 31410. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

Primary purpose:

- Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities

Essential duties and responsibilities:

- Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and quality equipment

- Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation

- Monitor gas and liquid product volumes through the measurement system, ensure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied

- Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to EFM and measurement electronics

- Assess all facets of assigned facilities to ensure accurate measurement and maintaining the company lost and unaccounted for gas and product with a high degree of ownership within the established corporate goals

- Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary

- 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

- Regular and predictable attendance

- Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:

Education:

- Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience

Experience/specific knowledge:

- Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software

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

- Working knowledge of the National Electric Codes

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

- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems

- Knowledge with electronic test instruments

- Knowledge of gas and liquid chromatography

- Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control

- Knowledge of AGA, API, and GPA measurement standards

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:

- Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision

- Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills

- 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

- Ability to speak and understand English

- Ability to work with others, takes direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Physical demands:

- Physical ability to lift as much as 50lbs, 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 be able to climb to and work from elevated platforms, climb to heights exceeding 150 feet, climb ladders, and walkways, etc.

- Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required

- Available for shift work when applicable

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory responsibility: No

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.