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Kinder Morgan, Inc. Equipment and Controls Technician - Albany, OH in Albany, Ohio
Position Description The Equipment and Controls Technician position is based out of Kinder Morgan's Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) Albany Compressor Station No. 204 located at 2335 SR 50 West Albany, OH 45710. 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. To be considered for our Albany, OH E&C Tech job position, click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume. Primary Purpose: The E&C Tech will primarily be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of natural gas compressor units, onsite power generation units, and related ancillary equipment. The successful candidate will be a strong team contributor with a proactive approach to balance planned and emergent work. Our E&C Techs are responsible for troubleshooting and diagnosing reciprocating engine- driven gas compressor sets, electric motors, generators, pumps, valves, valve operators, relief valves, PLC's, 480V power systems, etc. Additional responsibilities include:
- Maintain and contribute to the safe operation of Company assets
- Train and qualify to complete relevant DOT covered tasks
- Start, stop and operate reciprocating engine-driven compressors to maintain designated operating parameters and meet customer demands
- Identify facility and equipment malfunctions and take immediate corrective action when safe to repair
- Follow developed job procedures, site specific work plans and O&M policy and identify areas for procedural improvements
- Ensure the cost effective operation and efficient performance of all engines and associated equipment
- Continuously review facility operations and adjust for optimization
- Complete general upkeep, housekeeping and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including remote locations
- Assist with pipeline pigging activities for maintenance and assist with ILI
- Complete detailed reports and documentation for record keeping
- Maintenance and perform limited repairs to facility equipment (e.g., wheeled tractors, pick-up trucks, fork lifts, pneumatic pumps, air compressors, coolers)
- Assist with the creation, planning, forecasting and managing of the district's budgets
- Communicate articulately with work group, service providers and larger audiences
- Assist one-call locates and pipeline damage prevention activities
- Must live within a 35 minute response/travel time to work location
- Will require minimal out of town travel (1 week per year).
Position Requirements Job Qualifications:
- An electrical background is preferred. Candidate is responsible for maintaining a 480V self generated power system along with various PLC's and other electronic equipment.
- Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision
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