Maintenance/Operations Supervisor – Shreveport, LA

Kinder Morgan · Shreveport

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The Operations Supervisor is based out of Kinder Morgan’s KinderHawk facilities located at 9580 Saint Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106.

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Primary Purpose:

Kinder Morgan Company is currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor. The successful candidate will serve a vital role in maintaining the safe and efficient operation of all aspects of the field with emphasis on Gas Treating, Dehydration and the rotating equipment systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee subordinates and verify improvement in:  preventative maintenance program, development of employees, efficient operations, and equipment reliability. 
• Provide technical leadership to the maintenance group.
• Prepare reliability plans for critical equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring that preventive maintenance activities are performed as scheduled.
• Responsible for ensuring that unscheduled work orders are addressed in a timely manner.
• Provide support to operations to ensure downtime is minimized.
• Fulfill various roles and responsibilities related to compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Recognize and promote ideas that provide safer, more efficient and cost effective operation, making sure that operating costs are consistent with budgetary constraints.
• Support and work with outside groups such as process engineering, project engineering, and the Operations Excellence team on safety, optimization, and expansion initiatives.
• Represent the maintenance group in various meetings, pre-planning on projects, design revie, and PSSR.
• Prepare operating budget on an annual basis, and monitor budgetary performance throughout the year and report to the Operations Manager.

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

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
• Strong communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to KM’s insurance requirements
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from manager, keep required work schedules, focus on attention to detail, and follow Company Procedure

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record to be insurable by the Company insurance carrier
• Subject to license or certification requirements or training as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies or the Company

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to plan, organize, document, prioritize and complete work efficiently
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage crews at multiple locations and perform multiple tasks on a daily basis
• Must be able to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, in English
• Strong commitment to safety
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals)
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems and other company software)
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory and Company tariff requirements
• Demonstrate performance and leadership toward operational excellence
• Must have good attention to detail

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
• Must be able to frequently climb in and out of trenches, and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from floor to waist
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, carry up to 50 pounds and to see, hear, walk and talk effectively

Working Conditions:

• 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, reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Field vessels and piping systems contain H2S and hydrocarbon gases which can be flammable and may be explosive under certain circumstances
• Must maintain a good driving record within company insurability requirements.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of electrical motors, VFD controls
• Knowledge of Instrumentation, controls and gas analyzers
• Knowledge of Amine and Dehydration Treating Plants
• Knowledge of Diesel Powered generators
• Knowledge of Gas Fired Heaters
• Knowledge of PD/centrifugal/other types of pumps
• Knowledge of absorption vessels and exchangers
• Knowledge of emissions integrity and testing
• Knowledge of MAXIMO integrity management software usage

PREFERRED EDUCATION: (Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position.)

• Preference may be given to candidates with college degrees, especially a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business or similar programs.

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

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.

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