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Aerotek Diesel Mechanic in Huger, South Carolina
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Company: Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminals LLC
Location: 1801 Milford St, Charleston, SC 29405
Schedule: Mostly 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM), rotating 12-hour shifts
during ship unloading
Pay Rate: 23.47–$28.00/hr
Interview Availability: Mondays 10–1 or anytime Thursdays
About Kinder Morgan
Kinder Morgan is one of North America’s largest energy
infrastructure companies. At its bulk terminals, the company specializes in the
storage and handling of petroleum products, chemicals, and dry bulk materials.
With a vast network of pipelines and terminals, Kinder Morgan plays a critical
role in transporting and managing energy and industrial commodities across the
continent.
Job Description
Diagnose problems and maintain a variety of material bulk handling equipment
Assist in the transportation and movement of mechanical bulk handling equipment
Assemble and install equipment such as drive motors, conveyors, and pulley assemblies
Perform stick welding and/or cutting torch operations as needed
Align machines and equipment for proper operation
Assemble machines and fasten them to foundations or structures using bolts, welds, rivets, etc.
Repair and lubricate material bulk handling machines and equipment
Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and safety devices on equipment, and adjust
Operate a variety of equipment such as cutting torch, welder, forklift, hand tools, and electric meters
Lubricate moving parts, examine and operate repaired equipment to verify conformance to specifications
Perform activities of co-workers as directed
Take direction and report to the Terminal Maintenance Supervisor
As a member of the general maintenance crew, perform duties such as greasing/lubricating bearings, rollers, belts, overhead crane bucket, crane cable repairs, etc.
Participate in discharging of vessels
Perform other functions as trained and assigned
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
Kinder Morgan offers a strong package of benefits and incentives to
support its employees:
All tools provided, plus \$200 in PPE annually
Mostly 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM); rotating 12-hour shifts 12 times/year during vessel unloading
Average 60 hours/week
Performance-based annual raises
Quarterly safety bonuses
Company bonuses based on total hours worked
Pension funded and 401(k) with 4% company contribution (no match required)
120 hours PTO annually, with 80 hours rollover
Paid holidays off
Weekly trainings
Clothing and PPE provided
Opportunities for advancement within a large national company, including relocation
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huger, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $44.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Huger,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.