Operations Specialist - Shorewood, IL

What We Are Looking For

Join one of North America's largest energy infrastructure companies and be part of a team dedicated to the safe operation, maintenance, and integrity of the natural gas pipeline system that delivers energy across the country. Kinder Morgan is seeking an Operations Specialist to support our Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL) operations in Shorewood, Illinois.

In this role, you will build a rewarding career by gaining experience working with pipeline and compression facilities, supporting operational excellence initiatives, and contributing to projects that keep our systems running efficiently. This role offers a unique blend of field operations, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement while contributing to the safe and reliable delivery of natural gas.

The Operations Specialist position is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL) Compressor Station 113 located at 23725 W County Farm Road in Shorewood, Illinois, 60431. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with the opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule, providing employees with every other Friday off, while maintaining on-call responsibilities that include nights and weekends.

What You Will Do

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, working with land owners and other affected public adjacent pipelines, working within compression facilities to include compressors, engines, turbines, fans, pumps, valves, seals and other plant related equipment.

Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, and any other pipeline appurtenances.

Responsible for the general upkeep, maintenance general cleaning activities, etc. of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, storage areas, offices and compression facilities.

Participate in Capital and O&M projects in a support role for work including excavation oversight, air mover operation, pigging support, leak surveys, 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, and visitors)

Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).

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.

Must respond to, and address, call-outs and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours.

Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Complete other related duties as assigned.

What You Need

Position Requirements

Educational Requirements:

A high school diploma or GED as a minimum.

Any applicable industry education, training, or experience is desirable.

Preferred two year degree or equivalence in a technical or mechanical field. (mechanical or industrial maintenance)

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other software).

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Customer focus.

Strong mechanical skills are needed.

Available for shift work and standby when applicable.

Ability to work with others as a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to work with customers, suppliers, other operations groups, engineering staff, and management.

Ability to safely operate a vehicle over rough terrain.

Experience/specific knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position):

Gas compressor stations, and pipeline system operations.

Maintenance tracking database activities and requirements.

Line locating equipment and one-call requirements.

Reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.

Safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.

May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations.

May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

Physical demands (must be met with or without accommodation):

Physical ability to lift as much as 50lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders.

Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, smelling, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision and field of vision.

Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion.

Must be able to climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.

May work in low-lighted areas.

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Working conditions:

Will be required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

Must sustain regular and predictable attendance.

Pay Range

USD $33.23 - USD $45.15 /Hr. 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.

Kinder Morgan 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.

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

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 .

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, working with land owners and other affected public adjacent pipelines, working within compression facilities to include compressors, engines, turbines, fans, pumps, valves, seals and other plant related equipment.

Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, and any other pipeline appurtenances.

Responsible for the general upkeep, maintenance general cleaning activities, etc. of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, storage areas, offices and compression facilities.

Participate in Capital and O&M projects in a support role for work including excavation oversight, air mover operation, pigging support, leak surveys, 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, and visitors)

Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).

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.

Must respond to, and address, call-outs and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours.

Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Complete other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Educational Requirements:

A high school diploma or GED as a minimum.

Any applicable industry education, training, or experience is desirable.

Preferred two year degree or equivalence in a technical or mechanical field. (mechanical or industrial maintenance)

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other software).

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Customer focus.

Strong mechanical skills are needed.

Available for shift work and standby when applicable.

Ability to work with others as a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to work with customers, suppliers, other operations groups, engineering staff, and management.

Ability to safely operate a vehicle over rough terrain.

Experience/specific knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position):

Gas compressor stations, and pipeline system operations.

Maintenance tracking database activities and requirements.

Line locating equipment and one-call requirements.

Reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.

Safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.

May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations.

May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.

Physical demands (must be met with or without accommodation):

Physical ability to lift as much as 50lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders.

Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, smelling, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision and field of vision.

Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion.

Must be able to climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.

May work in low-lighted areas.

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Working conditions:

Will be required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

Must sustain regular and predictable attendance.