Kinder Morgan

Specialist - Operator Qualification

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Primary purpose: Assist Hazardous Liquids and Natural Gas business units with qualification and training of personnel performing DOT regulated pipeline covered tasks, in compliance with federal and applicable state pipeline safety regulatory requirements, in a cost-effective and efficient manner with minimal impact on business units' processes or resources.


Essential duties and responsibilities:

Participate in DOT PHMSA audits with Federal, State and Local agents Regulators.
Conduct internal audit on employees
Audit contractor companies to ensure compliance with DOT and Company Operator Qualification requirements
Audit KM OQ vendors to ensure compliance with DOT and KM Operator Qualification program
Train personnel selected by the business units to be OQ Evaluators/Proctors and make presentations to various levels of personnel in the company.
Review and revise as necessary, Kinder Morgan's Operator Qualification and related Training program to ensure they are effective and cost-efficient with minimal impact on business unit processes and resources
Maintain and monitor Operator Qualification and related training records for designated business units through the use of Enterprise-wide recordkeeping system
Audit contractor companies to ensure compliance with DOT and Company Operator Qualification requirements
Review, implement, and if necessary, develop Operator Qualification training resources.
Maintain, review, and if necessary, update Operator Qualification Evaluation tools and resources.
Complete special projects and annual objectives as assigned
Serve as a resource for field personnel for DOT/PHMSA Compliance
50 plus travel across a broad geographic region is required
Present a positive image of OQ and foster cooperative relationships, motivating and influencing individuals to value and take personal ownership of the OQ regulation.

Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate.


Position Requirements


Minimum requirements:


Education: Bachelor's degree in related field or other training related certification is preferred.
A minimum of 3 yrs. work experience in the hazardous liquids or natural gas industry may be accepted as a substitute for a degree or certification


Experience / specific knowledge:

Experience Natural gas pipeline operations or Hazardous liquids pipeline operations or related business
Knowledge of and work experience with DOT part 192 and 195
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex training and employee issues/problems are required
Proven communication and presentation skills, oral and written, with ability to communicate with a variety of individuals and personalities at all levels internally and outside the organization
Ability to work with a team, takes direction from a supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedules
Strong proficiency level in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is a must
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, and maintain confidentiality
Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal direct supervision
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict and sometimes short deadlines


Competency, skills, and abilities:

Strong technical writing skills
Effective communication ability
Must work well in a team and individually


Working conditions:

Modern office location in Houston, TX
Travel up to 50% across a broad geographic region is required
Flexible, hybrid work schedule
Job level commensurate with 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.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers
Required to carry a Company-provided cell phone/pager and be available to respond during working and non-working hours

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

Prior work experience in pipeline operations or engineering is a plus
Operations experience in natural gas pipeline operations or hazardous liquids pipeline operations are preferred
Direct work experience with DOT Operator Qualification rule is preferred
Basic awareness of OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations as they relate to training is preferred
Direct work experience developing and implementing technical training courses and curriculum is preferred


Other responsibilities:

Fill in for other OQ coordinators as required

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

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

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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