Job Information
Kinder Morgan, Inc. Maintenance Mechanic in Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Position Description
Primary purpose:
Troubleshoot, repair, maintain and calibrate equipment such as pumps and motors, and manifold control valves, turbine and positive displacement meters, proving equipment, tank gauging equipment, pressure and temperature gauges and equipment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill through experience and/or training.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Should be able to perform maintenance ranging from basic level services (filter changes), to 2 - level maintenance
Equipment expertise should include: experience with pumps, motors, controls, and other related equipment.
In-shop and field repair services for, facility equipment
Support all terminal projects and works with other terminals personnel when the need arises
Assists with corporate engineering projects as requested including preoperational testing, start up and commissioning
Works with vendors and their technicians on new and repaired upgrade equipment
Properly and accurately complete job, start-up & service to assigned work in accordance with company policy
Effectively communicate with operations, maintenance, and management
Develop and maintain positive attitude with other departments
Keep an organized, clean & resourceful work environment to include the office, shop, work area, warehouse, and service vehicles
Understand and adhere to all safety related policies, rules, and guidelines
Consistently provide courteous and professional representation
Complete all necessary regulatory & company mandated inspections in accordance with regulatory and company policies
Performs other related duties as assigned
Position Requirements
Minimum requirements:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent,
Experience / specific knowledge:
Able to read and understand electrical schematics, ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings
Good communication skills,
Self motivated and assertive style
A satisfactory driving record as determined by the company and a current valid state drivers license are mandatory
Experience with installation, maintenance and repair of refined petroleum product systems and equipment for terminal operations
Knowledge of occupational hazards and required safety precautions, including those related to calibration and maintenance records, safety inspections and reports
Certifications, licenses, registrations:
None
Competencies, skills, and abilities:
Well balanced interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively interact professionally with management, co-workers, vendors, contractors and agency personnel
Must be able to take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, adhere to operational procedures and follow work and safety rules
Basic computer skills in Microsoft applications
Must be self motivated and capable of making decisions while working with minimal supervision
Pass a hands on maintenance test (Welding, electrical, pipefitting , and mechanical)
Physical demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 to 60 lbs
Ability to walk up and down stairs/ladders
Working conditions:
Job entails call-outs on a 24 hour basis and an ability to work long hours, weekends, nights and holidays, when required
Occasional overnight travel required
Perform physical labor in a variety of extreme climatic conditions including walking, bending, stooping, climbing tanks, digging, lifting and general manual labor
Exposure to smells and vapors associated with petroleum products
Subject to background check and mandatory drug screen/on-going random testing
Supervisory responsibility:
None
Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
Technician school degree or equivalent experience
Experience working with construction contractors
Basic knowledge of cathodic protection
Other responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity