Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E&I Tech) to join our team at a high-volume chemical and fuels storage and distribution terminal. The successful candidate will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems critical to safe, reliable, and efficient terminal operations. This role operates in a regulated, hazardous environment involving flammable and combustible liquids, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, API, NFPA).

 

What You Will Do

1. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot process instrumentation such as load controllers, pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters, and control valves.
2. Perform loop checks, functional testing, and programming of PLCs, and other automation platforms.
3. Support terminal automation systems including tank gauging, loading/unloading controls, vapor recovery, and overfill protection systems.
4. Conduct preventive maintenance per established schedules and CMMS work orders.
5. Diagnose and repair issues with variable frequency drives (VFDs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and emergency shutdown systems.
6. Participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
7. Maintain accurate documentation including calibration records, maintenance logs, and compliance reports.
8. Work closely with operations, Kinder Morgan SCADA group, engineering, and contractors to support projects, turnarounds, and new installations.
9. Comply with all safety, health, and environmental policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, confined space entry, and hazardous area classifications (Class I, Div 1/2).
10. Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Respond to emergency call-outs and provide after-hours support as needed.

What You Need

1. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or equivalent work experience.
2. Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of E&I experience in an industrial setting, preferably in chemical, petroleum, refining, or terminal operations.
3. Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License, TWIC required or ability to obtain, Electrical Journeyman preferred, ISA CCST preferred.
4. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, PLCs, schematics, P&IDs, etc.
5. Physical Requirements: Ability to work in hazardous environments, lift 50+ lbs, etc. Ability to work at heights.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

 

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

 

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.

1. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or equivalent work experience.
2. Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of E&I experience in an industrial setting, preferably in chemical, petroleum, refining, or terminal operations.
3. Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License, TWIC required or ability to obtain, Electrical Journeyman preferred, ISA CCST preferred.
4. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, PLCs, schematics, P&IDs, etc.
5. Physical Requirements: Ability to work in hazardous environments, lift 50+ lbs, etc. Ability to work at heights.

1. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot process instrumentation such as load controllers, pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters, and control valves.
2. Perform loop checks, functional testing, and programming of PLCs, and other automation platforms.
3. Support terminal automation systems including tank gauging, loading/unloading controls, vapor recovery, and overfill protection systems.
4. Conduct preventive maintenance per established schedules and CMMS work orders.
5. Diagnose and repair issues with variable frequency drives (VFDs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and emergency shutdown systems.
6. Participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
7. Maintain accurate documentation including calibration records, maintenance logs, and compliance reports.
8. Work closely with operations, Kinder Morgan SCADA group, engineering, and contractors to support projects, turnarounds, and new installations.
9. Comply with all safety, health, and environmental policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, confined space entry, and hazardous area classifications (Class I, Div 1/2).
10. Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Respond to emergency call-outs and provide after-hours support as needed.