What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas Controller I position at Carolina Gas Transmission, LLC?
BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Gas Controller at our Greystone location in Columbia, SC.
- This role assists in the management of the daily natural gas operations to meet the overall physical requirements of the pipeline system.
- This role utilizes the SCADA system to monitor and control gas facilities by operating remote control valves regulators and compressors and ensures that pipeline pressures stay within Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOP).
- Analyzes transmission pipeline system and recommends operational changes in anticipation of changing requirements.
- Analyzes gas control data and responds to SCADA alarms.
- Adjust gas volumes and pressures to meet market requirements by considering forecasts and supply portfolios and storage plans.
- Assist in the implementation of the daily operating plan to support the economic efficient and reliable operations of the gas system.
- Develop a professional working relationship with field personnel pipeline contacts and other departments that interact with Gas Control.
- Comply with all government regulations for Control Room and Alarm Management.
* * Successful candidate is required to live within commuting distance of one hour OR if you do not live within one hour must be willing to self-relocate.
** This position requires that you work a rotating shift which includes day shift, night shift, weekends and holidays.
- 0-2 years combined natural gas, analytical, utility, process operation/control (field, paper, water, chemical, etc.) or related experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of company operations, pipeline network and facilities (compressor stations, storage pools, production systems, etc.) is preferred.
- Ability to learn and retain knowledge of natural gas safety and emergency plans/procedures.
- Ability to learn and retain knowledge of Control Room Management (CRM) regulations and procedures.
- Ability to learn and retain basic FERC regulations and other regulatory requirements, as needed.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, detect errors and recommend changes.
- Basic understanding of operation of computerized equipment and standard office equipment.
- Ability to perform basic math: to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to perform the four operations with like or common decimal fractions.
- Ability to be able to clearly document data when completing shift turnover records.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing internally and externally.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport, as needed.
- Ability to be able to distinguish between colors.
- Ability to manage work and perform varied tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to remain focused and to respond competently under pressure to changing pipeline conditions.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Must be able to commute to work within agreed upon time period.
Education : High School diploma required; Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree.)
Preferred Degree : Engineering Technology
Preferred Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards : NA
BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. BHE GT&S encourages a safe and inclusive work environment. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and support an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities.
At BHE GT&S, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.