Ops Manager (Altamont, UT) (Finance)

Position Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE
To manage the safety, operations, maintenance and reliability of process plants, compressors and gathering/transmission pipelines and ensure the facilities are operated and maintained in accordance with Company Standards, Regulations and Environmental Compliance. Facilities include but may not be limited to 2 PSM gas processing plants, multiple truck loading facilities, field/plant compression, liquid knockout, gathering pipelines, etc. Direct reports include 2-3 Operations Supervisors, Engineer and an Administrative Specialist. Reporting location will be Altamont, Utah.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage all PHMSA, PSM, and regulatory requirements, and be prepared to assist during any inspections or audits for the area of responsibility.
• Monitor and implement company procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Responsible for safety program, environmental compliance, governmental compliance, employee training and development, facility security, technical support and personnel functions within the assigned geographical area.
• Ensure that all requirements on the Operator Qualification (OQ) Program and PSM Program are met for both contract and company employees.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to compressor and pipeline personnel, and oversee the planning and direction of activities at multiple locations within the area.
• Create, manage, plan and forecast the Capital and O&M Budgets for the area of responsibility.
• Participate in the development of O&M procedures, site specific procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Responsible for overseeing operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities and other functions performed by third parties on company property or in company right-of-way areas in order to protect company interests.
• Responsible for cash flow management, cost monitoring and control.
• Manage operations to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel; plan and organize workloads and staff assignments, review progress, direct change in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Assist with AFE project preparation, scheduling, monitoring projects costs, and project completion.
• Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Develop short- and long-range plans, goals and objectives for compressor, plant, and pipeline operations.
• Provide support to project management and business development, as needed.
• Organize work for timely completion.
• Complete all applicable documentation and recordkeeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism including but not limited to other employees, all levels of management, vendors and customers.
• 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 job performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Carry a company-provided communication device (cell phone/pager) and respond during working hours, and non-working hours as required (e.g., willing and able to support projects 24 hours per day in case of emergencies).
• May be required to work non-traditional hours.
• Will require some out-of-town nights and weekend travel, as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE
• Minimum seven to ten (7-10) years working experience with mechanical, plant, and pipeline systems in the natural gas industry.
• Employee supervisory and asset management skills.
• Knowledge and experience in operation of gas processing plants, pipeline, measurement, plant and compressor station operations.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high and low pressure systems.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Good computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage crews at multiple locations and multiple tasks on a daily basis.
• Solid communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead towards operational excellence.
• Strong customer focus in dealing with engineering, field operations, and other internal and external groups.
• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be comfortable working with remote supervision.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize and adhere to established work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little or no direct supervision.
• Must live within the Roosevelt/Altamont, Utah area to provide reasonable response to callouts and emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES (above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position)
• Associate level or Undergraduate Degree in a technical field, additional technical education/training is a plus.
• Experience developing and managing expense and capital budgets.
• Experience specific to supervising crews with pipeline, compressor station, and measurement station responsibilities highly desirable.
• Knowledge of natural gas engineering and operating procedures is helpful.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams useful.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT Part 192 is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must be able to see, hear, walk and talk effectively.
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working hours, and non-working hours as needed.
• Travel is required and anticipated as up to 20% on average, and may occasionally include out-of-town nights and weekend travel.
• 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.
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY
• This is a manager position. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.

This position may perform other duties as assigned.
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 time; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.
Kinder Morgan is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V

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.