Crew Leader

The Crew Leader is responsible for leading four Technicians in the daily activities associated with operating and supporting the Latigo Storage Field and Station and other associated Pipeline equipment in Division 2.

As a working member of a team, this position will manage or assist in the management of the work group to include mentoring and coaching employees, conducting performance reviews, participating in employment and termination decisions, and providing technical training.

• As a working member of a team, incumbent will perform hands-on technician work.
• Responsible for compliance with all applicable governmental regulations and company policies, specifications, and procedures.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of job plans and cost-effective work procedures.
• Assists in the development of the annual capital and O&M budgets.
• Assist with forecasting of O&M and Capital budgets.
• Manage location projects, including obtaining cost estimates, developing project scopes, and submitting projects for future budgets.
• Ensures projects are completed within prescribed budgets and time constraints.
• As a company representative, interact with Gas Control, Engineering, Project Management, customers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Promotes and embodies Kinder Morgan Core Values
• Maintains a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Communicates clearly and concisely (verbal and written) through all media types: in person, by telephone, and in email in a courteous, professional, and tactful manner.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the operational issues within the Latigo field and plant. Analyzing problems, identifying issues, and implementing solutions.
• Maintain OpQual tasks and qualify as a proctor. Ensure compliance with Operator Qualification (OQ) program.
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties to include materials and contractor sourcing and coordination.
• Work with Operations Supervisor to plan and prioritize daily work activities and projects. Direct and monitor daily work assignments, interpreting job orders from management, and assigning duties to employees assuring compliance with all rules and regulations as well as safety.
• Participate in all location audits.
• Assist with the management of the Latigo PSM program assuring compliance.
• Develop strong understanding of completing and verifying proper completion of Maximo and CAM WO’s.
• Ensure compliance work orders are completed in a timely manner in CAM, Maximo, AAT, KM MOC, PCMS and other regulatory programs Kinder Morgan utilizes.
• Develop and/or review safe work plans, shut-out plans, JSA’s, site specific procedures, project scopes, and monitor work activities as necessary to ensure plans and procedures are being followed.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and gathering or storage areas.

Position Requirements

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience, competencies, abilities and knowledge:

• An understanding of plant controls and automation.
• An understanding of engine exhaust emissions and emissions testing requirements.
• Demonstrate leadership to management and to team.
• Strong customer focus in dealing with operations, engineering, and other internal and external groups.
• Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for a variety of projects.
• Works toward solutions and applications to meet or exceed business goals.
• Coordinates efforts at all levels and with other departments.
• Demonstrates good judgment and decision making in/as-unprecedented problems are anticipated and solved.
• Self-directed to meet goals set by management.
• Maintains a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Good computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Demonstrated intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Solid communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little or no direct supervision.
• Ability to manage a work group and be a working member of the team.
• Ability to develop effective relationships and promote teamwork, foster open expression of ideas and opinions, provide and accept constructive feedback.
• Engage in open and honest communications from your team, management, customers, and contractors.
• Possess authentic listening skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
• Adhere to performance expectations as defined by supervision and location supervision.

• Ability to maintain detailed records.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work/projects and safely execute each without re-work.
• Ability to plan and conduct efficient meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to effectively lead others in the completion of work/projects.
• Ability to identify and use appropriate resources (people, equipment, and materials) to achieve results and to gain support and commitment from others.
• Knowledge of compressors, pumps, control valves, process plants.
• Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs schematics, and other diagrams.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to withstand extreme conditions; will work outside in all environmental conditions.
• Must be able to frequently: climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Must be able to see, hear, walk, and talk effectively.
• Climb and work from ladders, catwalks, staging, and platforms.
• Ascend and descend slopes and ditches.

Working Conditions:

• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone and respond to calls, text messages, and emails as needed. and be available to respond during working hours, and non-working hours, Weekends, and Holidays as needed.
• Must live within a reasonable response time from the reporting location (45 minutes from Latigo Storage).
• Must be able to drive and work in all weather conditions including extreme hot or cold.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel may be required.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Pay range: $55.00 per hour. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

Application Deadline: 12/15/2025.

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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.