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.
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
