Instrumentation and Electrical Technician 1

What We Are Looking For

Kinder Morgan CO2 Company is currently seeking an I&E Technician with a hiring range of level 1-5 dependent on skill set and experience for the SACROC CO2 Gas Processing Plant in Snyder, Texas. The successful candidate will serve a vital role in maintaining the safe and efficient operation of all aspects of the plant including the plant Instrumentation and Electrical systems. The SACROC Gas Processing Plant employs a multitude of processes which include over 300,000Hp of electric driven compression, gas dehydration facilities, NGL Recovery facilities, and CO2 membranes. The SACROC Gas Processing Plant is a PSM Facility. Secondary responsibilities include assisting with instrumentation and electrical systems at the Snyder Gas Plant and SACROC Power Plant.

What You Will Do

• Installs and maintains 24vdc circuits (instrumentation) PLC to transmitters, 120-240vac circuits (lighting) single phase, 480-12470vac circuits three phase
• Installs and maintains complex instrumentation such as pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, vibration transmitters, control valves, solenoid operated valves, analyzers, flow meters, etc.
• Installs and maintains various sizes of induction/synchronous motors.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various brands and various voltage switchgear/transformers. 480v to 12470v
• Reads and interprets P&IDs and electrical schematics
• Serve as a Kinder Morgan representative to contract activities.
• Assist with planning and scheduling of I&E maintenance activities utilizing the Maximo work order management system and assure work activity alignment with SACROC Operation, Maintenance, and Engineering Teams.
• Ensures that the materials and workmanship meet the requirements of the applicable technical codes and safety standards.
• Be responsible for Maintenance, PM, Safety, Compliance, Site Inspections, and Housekeeping related to I&E areas of responsibility.
• Be responsible for strengthening team electrical knowledge and learning innovative trouble shooting skills.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with multiple process teams and plant level operations.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance, and high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Tasks are performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions in daylight & darkness.
• May be required to stand, walk, sit, ascend/descend stairs or ladders, use hand tools, and reach with hands and arms. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Plant vessels and piping systems contain H2S and hydrocarbon gases which are flammable and may be explosive under certain circumstances.
• Must strive to always work with the utmost integrity, maintain a positive attitude, and strive to work well with others to instill a positive work environment.
• Other daily, weekly, and monthly duties, and special projects as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Qualifications:

• Industry experience in Electrical Controls & Instrumentation end devices.
• Industry experience in Electrical Motors synchronous/Induction
• PLC Panel hardware troubleshooting experience
• AC three phase voltage experience. 480v to 12470v
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Core schedule is M-F 7-4 but must be prepared to work non-traditional hours as needed, potentially with little to no advance notice.
• Must be available to participate in 24/7 on call rotation and be on site within 45 minutes of call outs.
• Responding to call outs and unscheduled overtime is required and anticipated, potentially with little to no advance notice.
• Must have a safety-first mindset
• Fluent in the English Language
• Experience may be substituted with applicable education
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as required by the company

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of industry experience in Electrical Controls & Instrumentation end devices.
• 3 years with PLC Panel hardware troubleshooting experience
• 3 years of experience with synchronous motors
• 3 years AC three phase voltage experience.
• Experience working with communication systems, SCADA Host Systems, and DCS systems is preferred.
• Experience with PLC programming software and PLC panel construction preferred
• Experience with Unity Pro, Concept, GE Fanuc Software a plus
• Experience working with automation/electrical equipment in a gas processing plant is preferred
• Experience with electrical or automation project coordination and contractor management is a plus
• Associates or Technical Degree in applicable field preferred.
• Electrical Controls Certification or Texas Journeyman Electrician License preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Facility operations are 24/7, tasks are performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions in daylight & darkness.
• Must be available 24 hrs a day Mon-Fri and must be available for scheduled on call rotation.
• Requires working on holidays when a holiday falls on a scheduled on-call rotation
• May be required to stand, walk, sit, ascend/descend stairs or ladders, use hand tools
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Plant vessels and piping systems contain H2S and hydrocarbon gases which are flammable and may be explosive under certain circumstances

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.