SUPERINTENDENT-Operations CO2 (Production-CORTEZ, CO)

What We Are Looking For

• PRIMARY PURPOSE
• The Operations Superintendent has overall responsibility for the daily operations of CO2 production within the McElmo Dome and Doe Canyon CO2 production assets, including all operational activities, employee and contractor safety, production performance, performance management of staff, quality control, budgeting, compliance and regulatory matters. The Superintendent also manages the activities of the Operations Supervisor and Maintenance
• Supervisor.

What You Will Do

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise and coordinate the operations of 7 compression/process facilities, 100+ CO2
• Production and 3+ water disposal wells in Montezuma and Dolores Counties, Colorado. (Number and location of facilities and wells subject to change based on business needs.)
• Maintain, foster, and support a safe work environment, safe work practices, and environmental stewardship that are second to none in the industry.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as industry standards and specifications.
• Steer activities to ensure that all employees are properly trained, including formal and on-the-job training.
• Manage bulk of administrative tasks to allow supervisors to be present in field operations on a regular basis.
• Prepare, maintain, and execute operating budgets recognizing key business drivers.
• Provide support and guidance in generating innovative operations methods to measure, predict, and maximize CO2 recovery from the reservoir.
• Collaborate with team members in generating workover/repair operations of wells.
• Coordinate with and provide operational guidance to expansion project teams, including design reviews, pre-startup safety reviews, startup and operating procedures, etc.
• Aid in the development of staff members.
• Shepherd the execution of operations projects in a safe and timely manner.
• Provide leadership and direction in all HR matters and set the highest ethical standards.
• Daily production operations and production accounting management.
• Support reservoir data collection, reservoir management and material balance processes (i.e., production logging, bottom-hole pressure testing, etc.).
• Support and provide guidance in production facilities operation and design, including drilling and facility expansion projects.
• Provide direction and guidance in field production optimization efforts.
• Participate in emergency response roles and training, including serving as the on-site incident commander in emergency situations.
• Steer supervisors to ensure that all operations, maintenance, and compliance work tasks are completed on time with the appropriate documentation on file.
• Good communication with CO2 marketers and schedulers to assist them with proper volume allocation and delivery estimates. This includes and may not be limited to daily and monthly volume forecasting.
• Ensure that all operations and production manuals, site specific procedures, and other documents are kept up to date to reflect operations/response to normal and abnormal situations.
• Assist in investigations of all incidents / near miss reports relating to production activities.
• Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation of current processes.
• Promote and embody Kinder Morgan Core Values.
• Complete special projects, annual objectives, and other duties as assigned.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• Write effectively, and understand verbal and written communications, including but not limited to email.
• Work independently to manage tasks and timelines.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets, employees and the general public, and protection of the environment.
• Carry a company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working hours, and as needed during non-working hours.
• •May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Other responsibilities: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor's degree in a management or technical discipline is preferred.

EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum 5 years direct and active experience with and knowledge of CO2 production operations, or oil and gas production, is required.
• Must have at least 3 years ascending supervisory or lead worker (e.g., senior technician) experience. This can include supervising contract employees.
• Must have proven track record in managing CO2 or oil & gas production operations in a safe, efficient, and environmentally safe manner.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

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

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but may not be limited to: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, for the purpose of word processing, developing and analyzing data on spreadsheets, and information retrieval.
• Must be well versed in creating and effectively delivering presentations to staff and management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the team, operations, and commercial groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, frequently under pressure, on multiple tasks.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Possess authentic listening skills.
• Strong problem solving skills, including logical thought processes, with ability to resolve simple to complex issues.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to organize, schedule and prioritize departmental and individual work to meet various schedules and objectives, reprioritize on short notice.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external personnel, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to identify, and regularly meet, expectations in an employee/employer relationship.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to established work schedules.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work outside in all weather conditions, as needed.
• Occasionally and with or without reasonable accommodation, lift waist high and carry over 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Based in KM CO2 field office (Cortez, CO).
• Occasional travel outside the assigned geographic is required and anticipated.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
• May be required to work additional hours, on short notice, to meet the needs of the internal customers or for emergency response.
• Job level and salary commensurate with experience and skill sets.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a non-DOT drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• This is a supervisory position with multiple direct reports. Oversees a production operations team consisting of field operators, maintenance personnel, SCADA controllers, and administration.

PREFERRED Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• A Bachelor's degree in a management or technical discipline is preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory role is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Kinder Morgan CO2 and pipeline assets, as well as safety practices and other company policies/procedures is a plus.

Pay Range

USD $140,500.00 - USD $210,800.00 /Yr.

Application Closing Date

11/22/2026

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.

Kinder Morgan 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

holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

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.

Responsibilities

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise and coordinate the operations of 7 compression/process facilities, 100+ CO2
• Production and 3+ water disposal wells in Montezuma and Dolores Counties, Colorado. (Number and location of facilities and wells subject to change based on business needs.)
• Maintain, foster, and support a safe work environment, safe work practices, and environmental stewardship that are second to none in the industry.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as industry standards and specifications.
• Steer activities to ensure that all employees are properly trained, including formal and on-the-job training.
• Manage bulk of administrative tasks to allow supervisors to be present in field operations on a regular basis.
• Prepare, maintain, and execute operating budgets recognizing key business drivers.
• Provide support and guidance in generating innovative operations methods to measure, predict, and maximize CO2 recovery from the reservoir.
• Collaborate with team members in generating workover/repair operations of wells.
• Coordinate with and provide operational guidance to expansion project teams, including design reviews, pre-startup safety reviews, startup and operating procedures, etc.
• Aid in the development of staff members.
• Shepherd the execution of operations projects in a safe and timely manner.
• Provide leadership and direction in all HR matters and set the highest ethical standards.
• Daily production operations and production accounting management.
• Support reservoir data collection, reservoir management and material balance processes (i.e., production logging, bottom-hole pressure testing, etc.).
• Support and provide guidance in production facilities operation and design, including drilling and facility expansion projects.
• Provide direction and guidance in field production optimization efforts.
• Participate in emergency response roles and training, including serving as the on-site incident commander in emergency situations.
• Steer supervisors to ensure that all operations, maintenance, and compliance work tasks are completed on time with the appropriate documentation on file.
• Good communication with CO2 marketers and schedulers to assist them with proper volume allocation and delivery estimates. This includes and may not be limited to daily and monthly volume forecasting.
• Ensure that all operations and production manuals, site specific procedures, and other documents are kept up to date to reflect operations/response to normal and abnormal situations.
• Assist in investigations of all incidents / near miss reports relating to production activities.
• Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation of current processes.
• Promote and embody Kinder Morgan Core Values.
• Complete special projects, annual objectives, and other duties as assigned.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.
• Write effectively, and understand verbal and written communications, including but not limited to email.
• Work independently to manage tasks and timelines.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets, employees and the general public, and protection of the environment.
• Carry a company-provided cell phone and be available to respond during working hours, and as needed during non-working hours.
• •May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Other responsibilities: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor's degree in a management or technical discipline is preferred.
• EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE: Minimum 5 years direct and active experience with and knowledge of CO2 production operations, or oil and gas production, is required.
• Must have at least 3 years ascending supervisory or lead worker (e.g., senior technician) experience. This can include supervising contract employees.
• Must have proven track record in managing CO2 or oil & gas production operations in a safe, efficient, and environmentally safe manner.
• CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid driver license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but may not be limited to: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, for the purpose of word processing, developing and analyzing data on spreadsheets, and information retrieval.
• Must be well versed in creating and effectively delivering presentations to staff and management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the team, operations, and commercial groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, frequently under pressure, on multiple tasks.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Possess authentic listening skills.
• Strong problem solving skills, including logical thought processes, with ability to resolve simple to complex issues.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to organize, schedule and prioritize departmental and individual work to meet various schedules and objectives, reprioritize on short notice.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external personnel, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to identify, and regularly meet, expectations in an employee/employer relationship.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to established work schedules.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work outside in all weather conditions, as needed.
• Occasionally and with or without reasonable accommodation, lift waist high and carry over 50 lbs.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: Based in KM CO2 field office (Cortez, CO).
• Occasional travel outside the assigned geographic is required and anticipated.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and respond as needed during working and non-working hours.
• May be required to work additional hours, on short notice, to meet the needs of the internal customers or for emergency response.
• Job level and salary commensurate with experience and skill sets.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a non-DOT drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This is a supervisory position with multiple direct reports. Oversees a production operations team consisting of field operators, maintenance personnel, SCADA controllers, and administration.
• PREFERRED Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, and Abilities: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
• A Bachelor's degree in a management or technical discipline is preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory role is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Kinder Morgan CO2 and pipeline assets, as well as safety practices and other company policies/procedures is a plus.