Overview

Summary

Monitor and Control various gas pipelines via the SCADA system.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Monitor and Control the pipeline system on Transwestern, Tiger and FEP Pipelines via data acquisition systems (SCADA). Extensive telephone communications; Monitor pressures, line pack, receipt and deliveries and horsepower utilization to maximize throughput and fuel efficiencies. Determine system requirements and changes to mainline pressures and volumes to maintain delivery to customers and other pipelines. Communicate with field operation personnel to keep abreast of situations requiring action or assistance, i.e., loss of production, gas quality problems and SCADA problems, horsepower and pipeline outages. Maintain a shift events log; Coordinate pipeline/horsepower requirements, outages with other Customers and Gas Control Managers.

Requirements

The Gas Control Team provides 24 hour, 365-day service in a dynamic, high-pressure work environment. Position requires working a 12-hour rotating shift with occasional overtime on short notice.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience Is Commensurate With The Selected Job Level

Level C requires a minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

Level B requires a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

Level A requires a minimum 4+ years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication and analytical skills required. Effective PC skills, proficient in Excel, Word and the ability to make decisions in a timely manner. Able to deal with high stress and tight deadlines. Must be able to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with pipeline systems, compressor stations, or gas supply operations is a plus.

Working conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • Usually, normal office working conditions.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
  • Position requires working a 12-hour, rotating shift with occasional overtime on short notice.