Operations Specialist – Texarkana, AR

The Operations Specialist is based out of our Kinder Morgan’s Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America  (NGPL) Texarkana Compressor Station Number 305 located at 5121 Joey Lane, Texarkana, AR 71854.  This is a Monday through Friday position with some on-call responsibilities nights and weekends.  Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.   To be considered for our Texarkana, AR Operations Specialist position, click on “Apply Now” to sign in or create an account to upload your resume. This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Line Patroller, Pipeline Field Man, Natural Gas Operations Technician, Quality Tech, Corrosion Technician, Gas Mechanic or similar   Primary purpose: Responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of Company gas/liquid pipelines, appurtenances, terminals, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants and other related facilities.

Essential duties and responsibilities: Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment, process equipment, valves, seals and other related equipment. Start, stop and operate engines/pumps within defined operating parameters. Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at compressor stations, pump stations, terminals, pipelines, and process plants. Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments. Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment and storage well equipment. Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and gathering or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc. Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.) Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.) Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties. Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required (e.g., personnel in progression, transport drivers, contractors, visitors) Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.) Perform minor electrical maintenance. Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns. Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives. Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans. Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping. Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements. Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence. Regular and predictable attendance. Other duties as assigned. What You Need Education: High School Diploma or GED 2 year associate degree or 2 year vocational-tech degree in mechanical or instrumentation a plus Experience / specific knowledge: Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which may require carrying a communication device. Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 1 hour. Knowledge of compressor, pump stations, gas treatment, storage facilities, process plant, gather transmission, pipeline system operations. Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams. Knowledge and