[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Kinder Morgan jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Kinder Morgan · IRAAN, Texas # Plant Mechanic 1-5 (Iraan, TX) IRAAN, Texas Full-time Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on Kinder Morgan’s official careers site. Posted September 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Kinder Morgan’s careers site →](https://careers-kindermorgan.icims.com/jobs/6181/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Kinder Morgan](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/) / Plant Mechanic 1-5 (Iraan, TX) ## Job description ### What We Are Looking For This position is a Compressor Mechanic position at the Yates Field Unit. The position is geared toward a person with a detailed background in compressor maintenance, including troubleshooting and diagnosis of compressor and engine problems. The successful candidate will serve a vital role in maintaining the safe and efficient operations of the compression facilities. The Yates Field Compression fleet consists of a number of slow speed reciprocating Clark TLAB-6 (2000 hp units), Ingersoll KVS and KVSR, five electric driven Dresser-Rand HHE-VL-3 (5500 hp units), four electric driven Ariel JGZ/6 (5500hp) plus one high speed Caterpillar 3608 driven Ariel compressor. The fleet also contains three turbine driven Solar and Delaval centrifugal compressors (3750 hp and 4250 hp units). The main purpose of these compressors is to compress raw produced gas for further processing or reinjection into the Yates Field Reservoir ### What You Will Do Essential duties and responsibilities: Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot compressors and auxiliary equipment PM’s of compression equipment Oversight and/or support of compressor overhauls Daily maintenance activities such as adding oil, water, lubrication, etc. Manually operate valves as operations dictate Lockout tagout and permitting duties for maintenance work Interact with supervision, compressor operators, and contract personnel - Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns - Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork - Provide oral and written communication of activities to appropriate personnel Aid with training of mechanic helpers Aid with startup of compressors during operational upsets May be asked to perform maintenance on other mechanical equipment in the Yates Field including pumps, cooling fans, etc. Operate company vehicles during daily activities *Job level commensurate with experience and skill set. ### What You Need Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. ### Competencies, skills, and abilities Solid safety and environmental practices Basic math skills Self starter and high drive for results Must be able to multitask Strong teamwork Strong communication skills Good computer skills Strong troubleshooting skills May be required to be on-call and respond both during working and non-working hours to emergency calls. Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus on attention to detail, and follow work rules. ### Certifications, licenses, registrations Possess and maintain a clean and valid driver's license to meet company insurability requirements. ### Preferred skills and knowledge Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, overhauling: Clark TLAB-6 compressors Ariel compressors Caterpillar 3608 engines Dresser-Rand HHE-VL-3 compressors Ariel JGZ/6 Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with vibration analyses and engine analyses is a plus Working conditions/Physical Demands: Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, walkways, etc. Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist (occasional) May work in low-lit areas Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 40 days - Location: IRAAN, Texas - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Kinder Morgan’s careers site →](https://careers-kindermorgan.icims.com/jobs/6181/login) ## More jobs at Kinder Morgan ### [I&E Technician - CO2 (Iraan, TX)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/jobs/8a88ec6399c4a6ba89f7/) IRAAN, Texas ### [Production Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/jobs/4ed5f4cc8e6c02a1aa89/) IRAAN, Texas ### [Corrosion Technician (Fredericksburg/Junction, TX)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/jobs/f337f6a32a4f97548650/) ELDORADO, Texas ### [Compression / Mechanical Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/jobs/b83189c40d2d1c413e46/) HOUSTON, Texas ### [Conveyor Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kinder-morgan/jobs/a17b524af5233e45a085/) PORT ARTHUR, Texas ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Maintenance Mechanic (Bread Plant)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/albertsons/jobs/04ed79948821043bb67a/) Albertsons · Richmond, CA, United States ### [HVAC / Utility Mechanic - Stuarts Draft Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hershey/jobs/c76cd602dbf8888ae8a5/) The Hershey Company · Stuarts Draft, VA, US ### [Plant Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/crh/jobs/905867ead1b5a343b5f0/) CRH · Odessa, Florida, United States ### [Plant Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/crh/jobs/dc2d3bedc2b89ebd0006/) CRH · Winter Garden, Florida, United States ### [General Mechanic/Facilities Mechanic- 1st Shift - San Lorenzo Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tyson-foods/jobs/ba972704ff705e2cac23/) Tyson Foods · San Lorenzo Plant - San Lorenzo, California OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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