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Position Description

*Primary Purpose: * This position will be responsible for running gas analysis on several lab chromatographs from cylinders sent in from field technicians. Testing of field metrology equipment utilizing a variety of lab standards, and additional activities within the Kinder Morgan Measurement Lab-KMML. The individual must possess the ability to associate with a wide variety of people (personalities, skill and education levels, etc.) with tact, courtesy and professionalism.

Daily activities include:

• Gas analysis through the use of gas chromatographs and gas quality analyzers.
• Testing, certification, and calibration of measurement test equipment.
• Review 3 rd party gas analysis, comparing to historical trends for acceptance into the measurement system.
• Other responsibilities include evaluation of new gas measurement / monitoring technology.
• Enhancing / developing laboratory procedures.
• Travel estimated from 0 to 10% of the time to field sites and offices with occasional overnight stays.
• Effectively prioritize workload between multiple projects
• Ability to take on new projects and shift priorities on short notice
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to company and its insurer
• Employee needs to possess the ability to lift and or move objects weighing 50 lbs.
• Employee should possess good mechanical and electronic skills.

Position Requirements

*Education: *

• Associate's degree in a related technical subject such as IandE or related military technical training - candidates with extensive experience (5 years) and knowledge of the Measurement discipline may be considered without an Associate's degree.

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Display skills in human relations and have the ability to work effectively, professionally, and safely with fellow employees, customers and external contacts.
• Possess logical, problem-solving, analytical skills.
• Be able to maintain objectivity and make recommendations based on results.
• Possess the ability to analyze problems from multiple perspectives and make sound recommendations.
• Be detail oriented and have good record-keeping skills.
• Be skilled in the use of software such Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong focus on safe work practices.
• Able to complete work assignments with little supervision in an acceptable time frame.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required, but advantageous in this position):

• Operating a chromatograph and reviewing gas analysis data.
• Knowledge of metrology and natural gas industry experience is preferred. Knowledge of industry's regulatory compliance requirements and standards.
• Advanced computer skills

Physical demands:

• Ability to physically move or lift objects weighing 50 lbs.

*Working conditions: *

• Lab based position
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours on limited notice
• Ability to meet fixed and tight timelines for multiple projects.
• Periodic travel to field sites and other offices with occasional overnight (0-10%)
• This position also has the opportunity to work a flexible work schedule with 9-hour workdays Monday through Thursday and either half day Fridays or every other Friday off.
• 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.

Position level, job title, and pay will be determined by candidates' level of experience and skill.

The above tatements 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 leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, citizenship or status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected status

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