Electrician

What We Are Looking For

The primary purpose of the Electrician position is to assist the Maintenance Manager in the full range of duties and responsibilities involved in terminal management and upkeep of the terminal; to gain a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of both the operational and maintenance responsibilities of terminal management. The Electrician will assist the Maintenance Manager with the management of all station or terminal activities, including remote locations , to ensure safe, efficient terminal operations in assigned areas. He/she will perform specific duties as assigned which may include acting as a liaison between terminal activities, on sight parternhips, and shipping customers in order to maintain efficient delivery and resolve any difficulties relating to equipment and quality control issues. 

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the successful installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting and repair of electrical components associated with facility and equipment related to the transfer and storage of bulk products.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with code.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as odometers, voltmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Comply with the work order process and follow progress to ensure completion.
• Assist in the tracking of maintenance costs, ensure objectives and costs are achieved and consistent with budgetary constraints.
• Problem solver and creative thinker in order to provide solutions to improving the equipment performance.
• Advise terminal management of progress toward objectives and develop strategies for necessary adjustments.
• Receive and maintain equipment documentation (blue prints, technical manuals, operational manuals).
• Accept supervision and work cooperatively with co-workers, customer representatives, regulators, KM staff and others.

What You Need

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years of previous successful or experience industrial maintenance is required.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Able to work at different work locations when needed 

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally.
• Must work shift schedule as assigned and overtime with little to no notice during the week, weekends, holiday, etc. as needed for operational needs.

• If required must be able to perform shift work, rotating day/night.
• You will be subject to the on-call schedule and must respond to emergency call outs as scheduled

• In order to appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.

• Good oral and written communications
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and applications
• Ability to perform job duties with little or no supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work safely with emphasis on following procedures and management practices
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.
• Be able to assist or lead in mechanical maintenance including replacing gearboxes that are related to operating equipment.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ECT:

• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers and must be willing to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.

• Must obtain and/or meet all requirements to enter foreign trade zones; such as background checks by both the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security, i.e. obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
• Must be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol test along with a Hair follicle test. 
• Must possess Safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities and as required by Kinder Morgan at all locations
• Must be able to complete/pass DISA/ISTC background check and testing for entrance into refinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Understand and comply with customer and Kinder Morgan's rules and policies.
• Must be willing and able to work as a part of team, take direction from supervisor(s), keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rules.

• Physically able to handle tools, climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of heights

• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, bend, squat, reach, etc. for extended periods of time.
• Ability to handle evolving conditions.
• Ability to identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical part, fumes, airborne particles, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock and loud noise levels.

• This position consist of outside work and adverse weather conditions may apply.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Understanding PLC logic

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

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

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.