Gas Controller

Gas Control Operator

Essential Functions

Monitor and control transmission and distribution gas system operations, to ensure safe and reliable service.

Ability to perform effectively during normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions, including implementation of emergency response procedures.

Maintain system gas balance through effective coordination of supply, demand, storage, and transportation resources.

Responsible for documenting activities and complying with all PHMSA, Control Room Management (CRM), DOT, and company policies, procedures, and qualification requirements.

Troubleshoot system issues and alarms utilizing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) data and communicate findings with Field Operations personnel.

Escalate abnormal operating conditions to designated leadership personnel in accordance with policies and procedures.

Utilize 3-Way Communication to verify and communicate critical operational information.

Work 12-hour shift rotations, following a Panama Schedule (2-2-3). Shifts rotate through 2 weeks on Day shifts then 2 weeks on Night shifts. Note that this schedule provides every other weekend off-duty.

Work extended hours and varying shifts when necessary (during emergencies) within compliance of DOT Hours of Service (HOS) requirements.

Operate in a professional manner; all communications and records are auditable by PHMSA and other regulatory agencies.

Required Qualifications For Position

Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions during abnormal and emergency operating conditions.

Strong planning, organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Ability to evaluate system conditions, assess operational risk, and make timely decisions that support safe, reliable, and compliant pipeline operations.

Collaborate in a close team environment to support one another in achieving Gas Control's operational goals.

Committed to contributing positively to the team.

Must successfully pass Console Operator Basic Requirements Assessment (COBRA) aptitude evaluation.

Must be able to pass color blind test to distinguish between colors.

Must be able to pass DOT random drug & alcohol testing.

Must reside within a 1-hour commute to Primary Gas Control Center (Arena office, Columbus Ohio) in all traffic conditions.

Possess basic to intermediate computer skills, especially proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Ability to obtain and maintain required Operator Qualifications (OQ)

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

2+ years of work experience in a gas utility or related industry.

Experience working night shifts or a rotating shift schedule and/or working weekends and holidays

Familiarity with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems or similar real-time data systems.

Familiarity with Pipeline & Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Control Room Management (CRM) procedures and regulations.

Have knowledge of, or ability to learn and troubleshoot, fluid dynamic and thermodynamic concepts including pressures, flows, and gas laws.

Possess a working understanding of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements, gas transmission systems, and gas energy markets.