Terminal Operator - Kinder Morgan : Job Details

KINDER MORGANKinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We are a market leader in each of our businesses - Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. We have an unparalleled, large footprint of diversified and strategically located assets that are core to North American energy infrastructure and help deliver needed energy products to high-demand markets.Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package that begins on your first day, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. BUSINESS UNIT: TERMINALS Kinder Morgan is the largest independent terminal operator in North America, providing a strong, reliable network of 144 terminals serving our customers' storage, distribution, blending and logistical needs. Our terminals store and handle renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils and other products. We have a combined liquids storage capacity of approximately 151 million barrels and handle about 59 million tons of dry bulk materials annually.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Load and unload tank trucks, ships and bargesRecord product temperature and levels in storage tanksClimb tank stairs, operate valves and pumps, gauge tanksAssist Operations with product transfer alignments including piping, pumps and associated valvesPerform or assist in the performance of preventive and regular maintenance dutiesBecome a member of the Emergency Response TeamPerform all work in strict accordance with Environmental, Health and Safety policies and proceduresPerform all work in strict accordance with operating policies, procedures and checklistsPerform work as assigned and directed by ForemanMaintain training in Safety and Hazmat requirements at the facility The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:Two or four year degree with any discipline from accredited college or university OR meet one of the following experience /specific knowledgeONE OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGEHonorable discharge US military, any branch ORThree years terminal Operations/Maintenance experience ORFive years of general industry experience such as workinga manufacturing plant, steel mill, refinery, petrochemical plants, energy related industries, performed construction work on pipe lines, tanks or manifolds, or Have Millwright or industrial mechanical, welding or electrical experience.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMust possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.Must pass and complete Safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities and as required by Kinder Morgan at all locations.Must obtain and/or meet all requirements to enter foreign trade zones; such as background checks by both the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security, i.e. obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESMust be able to pass respirator fit testMust train in Safety and Hazmat requirements at the facilityProficient in comprehension of written work ordersBasic math skills requiredAble to handle working with chemicals, acids and petroleum products and be around vapors with respiratory protectionAble to work with wrenches and pipe wrenches and other toolsRequires turning and tightening nuts and bolts lifting up to 100 pounds at times.Must be able to work on docksMust be able to effectively communicate verbally with all levels of managementMust be willing to work in outdoors environmentMust be willing to work overtime with little or no notice during the week, weekends, holidays, etc as dictated by operationsIn order to perform the essential duties, regular work attendance is requiredMust be willing and able to work as a part of team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rulesAbility to carry a company issued cell phone/radio and be on-call during and after regular business and non-working hours including after dark hours, for work as may be required, assigned and scheduled as dictated by operationsWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDSRegularly exposed to outside in adverse weather conditions and also but not limited to: heights in excess of 5 feet, work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, etc. Climb ladders and work at high elevations, using the proper safety equipmentRegularly required to stand, walk, climb, etc. for extended periods of timeRegularly lift and/or move a up to 100 poundsPREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESPrevious chemical, refining or terminal experience