Position Description

Primary purpose:

The primary function of the Utility Person is to assist Operations personnel in safely and effectively performing all required duties / tasks associated with station and pipeline operations. The Utility Person is also expected to become fully qualified to cover relief work as a Pipeline Operator.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Perform pipeline line-ups by opening and/or closing valves. Valves may be motor operated or manual.
• Starts, stops, and monitors pumping equipment used to transport petroleum products through company of third party   pipelines. Ensures pumps are operated within their proper range of operation and performs minor maintenance checks to prevent damage while in operation.
• Monitor operation of waste water treatment systems, and tank water draw systems.
• Monitor terminal for safety and environmental compliance.
• Responds to operating emergencies as necessary.
• Measure the volume of petroleum product in tankage by climbing to the top of the tank and measuring the height of product in the tank using a gauge tape, obtaining a sample of the product, obtaining the temperature of the product, measuring the API gravity of the sample, and performing the necessary mathematical calculations.
• Obtain samples of pipeline movements either manually or by using automatic sampling devices.
• Perform simple laboratory testing of petroleum products.
• Perform minor maintenance of terminal equipment. Items include adjusting valve packing, oiling machinery, greasing valves, cleaning and painting.
• Perform clerical tasks necessary to document terminal operations and provide other departments with inventory and billing information.
• Perform housekeeping functions at terminal—sweeping, pulling weeds, cleaning, and other clean-up activities as required.
• Operation of various terminal vehicles including trucks and forklifts.
• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

• This is an entry level position. A general understanding of pipeline operations, pumping systems, petroleum products and liquid measurements is a plus.

Certification, licenses, registrations:

• A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.
• Must pass and maintain all applicable Operator Qualification requirements.
• If the employee is subject to license or certification requirements or training as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies or the Company, now or in the future, compliance is required under this job description.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to read, comprehend and respond to simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.
• Self-starting individual who follows directions, adheres to a work schedule, and can focus on details.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Must be accountable and take direction from Managers; keep required work schedules, which include regular and predictable job attendance; focus attention on details; follow work rules.
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.
• Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required.

Physical demands:

• Employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies and/or Company Policy.
• Exposure to smells and fumes associated with refined petroleum products.
• Work is performed outside in varying and sometimes extreme weather situations.
• Perform physical labor in a variety of extreme climactic conditions, including walking, bending, stooping, climbing tanks, digging, lifting and general manual labor.

Working Conditions:

• 12 hour rotating shifts (including holidays, weekends).
• Position subject to 24-hour call-out, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The majority of work time will be spent outdoors and the incumbent must be physically fit and capable of working in a variety of weather conditions, including desert hot and cold temperatures, humidity, dryness, etc.
• Job requires extensive walking on a daily basis.
• Incumbent will be required, on a routine basis, to bend and stoop, as well as light to medium lifting of pumps and equipment. Heavy lifting will be required at times.
• Incumbents must be able to gauge and climb tanks with 50 to 80 steps on a routine basis.
• Overtime required and extended work hours in cases of emergencies.

Supervisory responsibility:

• None

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:

Above the minimum requirement; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Hydraulics experience desired
• Prior experience requiring mechanical aptitude and skill is a plus
• Knowledge of piping, valves and pressures
• Knowledge of pipeline operations
• Experience with storage tank operations, including inspections, alarms and sampling
• Experience with light maintenance (mechanical, electric, electronic)

Compensation:

Pay range is $26.00 to $37.00 per hour. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

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.

Kinder Morgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local class. 

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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