Job Description

DAMAGE PREVENTION SUPERVISOR (MISSOURI CITY, TX)
Job ID #: 31292 Location: TX-MISSOURI CITY
Functional Area: Misc./Trades Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years Relocation Provided: No
Education Required: GED
RC/Department: 5531 -GPL-C-DAMAGE PREVNTN W HOUSTON :KMPL
Position Description
Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, has been in operation since 1997. Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to our success, but that they should share in that success. We provide all employees with a safe, honest, trustworthy, ethical, respectful and professional work environment. We believe in building friendly and personal long-term relationships by supporting our employees with ongoing training, continued growth and internal advancement while cultivating teamwork and diversity with a culture of inclusion from various experiences and backgrounds. Dedicated to providing security to our employees, we offer a comprehensive benefit program that includes, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k), a retirement contribution (pension plan) and more.
Primary purpose:

• Provide supervisory leadership to crews in assigned geographic area. Responsible for the safety and environmental programs, compliance with company procedures and government regulations, development and management of the budgets, employee training and development and overview of administrative functions relevant to the work.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Position will be located at Missouri City, TX.
• Responsible for Damage Prevention in the area.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.)
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required for damage prevention activities including line locating, using the One Call tracking system and monitoring construction near company facilities.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (OSHA, DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
• I.D., report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping. Other duties as assigned.

*Job level will be commensurate with experience.
Position Requirements
Education:

• High School Diploma or GED; however, a two or four year college degree is preferred.

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Knowledge of the company procedures and government regulations relevant to pipeline operations.
• Prior supervisory experience; or a minimum of 5 years experience in the natural gas industry preferred.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver's license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations.

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 multiple tasks on a daily basis.
• Good communications skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and have active participation in the safety program.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, 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 be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention to details, and follow work rules.

Working conditions:

• Must be available for responding to emergency situations 24/7.

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Previous experience in supervising crews with pipeline responsibilities and managing multiple tasks on a daily basis.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high and low pressure systems.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Qualified candidate must be able to pass company background check and drug test to be eligible for hire.

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.

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