Mechanic Specialist, Level 1-4

Position Description

Primary purpose :

Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and / or auxiliary equipment.

• Perform heavy mechanical maintenance and replacement of reciprocating and turbine engines and compressors, including prime movers and auxiliary units.
• This position reports to a Crew Leader to ensure consistency in maintenance practices and detailed computer documentation.

Essential duties and responsibilities :

These duties include assessing the condition of engine and compressor components as well as performing the required maintenance based on company standards and original manufacturer's specifications.

• Based on experience, mentor team mates and other company personnel on proper operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Identify, report, and assist in correcting safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork timely and accurately.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Mentor fellow employees when the opportunity presents itself.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• 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.
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• This position requires the individual to follow all safety policies so that tasks and assignments are completed in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, with an emphasis on finishing each day injury and incident free.
• The job level is commensurate with experience and skill level of successful candidate.

Position Requirements

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience / Specific Knowledge :

Experience in mechanical maintenance of reciprocating / centrifugal compressor units. Also, preferably, experience with turbine engines, natural gas compressors, auxiliary engines, and related equipment.

Certifications, licenses, registrations :

Must possess and maintain a valid driver license, and maintain a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Competencies, skills, and abilities :

Strong mechanical skills and knowledge of compressor engines.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in heavy maintenance related to engine / compressor units. Also, preferably, experience with turbine engines, natural gas compressors, auxiliary engines, and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain natural gas plant equipment, pumps, exchangers, compressors, and related auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to operate forklifts and light industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret various company policies and procedures, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manual and blueprints.
• Ability to respond in a timely manner to any emergency or after-hours calls.
• Good communication skills - must be able to interface effectively with many internal and external customers, regulatory officials, company contacts and co-workers.
• Must have detailed knowledge of mechanical equipment, internal combustion engines, gas turbines, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, operating systems, company software if applicable), trainable to custom software applications,
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
• Customer focus.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules, and adhere to required work schedules.
• This individual will be responsible for administrative tasks including ordering and receiving required replacement parts, completing personal timesheets and expense accounts, and maintaining a company vehicle.
• This position requires acting as a company representative when interacting with contractors and vendors.
• This individual will be required to work effectively in a team atmosphere. A typical work schedule is Monday through Thursday, ten hours per day.
• This position requires a significant amount of overnight travel, working other than normal hours, overtime, schedule changes, and the ability to respond to call-outs.
• Promote and embody Kinder Morgan Core Values.

Physical demands :

This position requires manual dexterity and visual acuity, as well as the ability to :

• Lift, pull, push, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Exert up to 100 lbs. of physical force.
• Stand, walk, kneel, bend, and squat for extended periods of time.
• Twist head and back for extended periods of time.
• Work in areas classified as confined space.
• Climb and work from ladders, catwalks, staging, and platforms.
• Ascend and descend slopes and ditches.
• Work with hands above head.
• Work lying on back.
• Work in adverse weather and / or extreme temperature conditions.

Working Conditions :

The individual will be working in an industrial environment, which includes engine rooms and auxiliary buildings

• Must be available for callouts 24 / 7, except during company sponsored paid time off.
• Position is based in Flagstaff, Arizona.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred) and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Overnight travel away from the reporting location is required up to 50% of the time.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a DOT drug screen and a complete background check after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory responsibility :

This is not a supervisory position.

• 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

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