Gas Controller I, Gas Controller II/Gas Controller Sr. - Military veterans preferred

BHE GT&S


JOB DESCRIPTION

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Gas Controller I, Gas Controller II/Gas Controller Sr., at our White Oaks General Office Building location in Bridgeport, WV.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates pipeline storage systems to maintain a reliable energy supply, provide economic delivery of natural gas, and protect the safety of company personnel and the public.
• Makes decisions about operating changes, in response to abnormal or emergency conditions within the system.
• Uses system expertise to provide leadership to field personnel, in pipeline and storage facilities operations, during normal, abnormal, and emergency situations.
• Utilizes system expertise to initiate actions to maintain operational pressures, and monitors system load to balance gas use among supply sources.
• Coordinates and directs pipeline pigging operations for pipeline integrity compliance and modifies pipeline pressure and flow conditions to ensure a successful pig runs
• Issues pipeline procedures to remove lines and equipment from service, while maintaining system reliability and integrity, and ensuring safety.
• Responds to SCADA alarms and directs corrective action.
• Responds to unplanned and emergency situations (e.g. compressor trip).
• Assists and guide lower-level Gas Controllers on complex, non-routine system operations.
• Coordinates wet production operations with production personnel.
• Monitors, analyzes, and responds to SCADA alarms, providing safe and efficient pipeline operations.
• Implement daily and interday pipeline nomination changes and requests by storage partners.
• Analyzes storage injection and withdrawal requirements and implements use of storage facilities according to plan.

** 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 to work a rotating shift which includes day shift, night shift, weekends and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS

Gas Controller I :

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.)

Gas Controller II :

At least three years combined natural gas, analytical, utility, process operation and control (field, paper, water, chemical, etc.) or related experience preferred.

• One year in an entry-level Gas Controller role is preferred prior to moving to this level
• Knowledge of company operations, pipeline network, and facilities (compressor stations, storage pools, production systems, etc.)
• Working knowledge of natural gas safety and emergency plans and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Control Room Management (CRM) regulations and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of FERC regulations and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, detect errors, and recommend changes.
• Good understanding of operation of computerized equipment and standard office equipment.
• Ability to write clearly when recording data and completing shift turnover records.
• Ability to utilize station-specific knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and internally and externally.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport both internally and externally.
• Ability to see objects at close range and distinguish between colors.
• Ability to manage work and perform varied tasks simultaneously
• Ability to remain focused and respond competently under pressure to changing pipeline conditions.
• Ability to detect anomalies and remain calm and focused in emergencies.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Education

• 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.)

Gas Controller Sr .:

At least 5 years combined natural gas, analytical, utility, process operation and control (field, paper, water, chemical, etc.) or related experience.

• Two years' experience in an intermediate-level Gas Controller role is preferred.
• In-depth experience making operating changes in response to abnormal or emergency conditions within system.
• In-depth technical knowledge of operation of a Gas Infrastructure pipeline system under all weather conditions.
• Strong knowledge of Gas Infrastructure Gas Control emergency procedures preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of Control Room Management (CRM) regulations and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of Gas Infrastructure gas equipment and operations, SCADA and communications, and compressor station operations required.
• Broad knowledge of operation of Gas Infrastructure gas control telecommunications system.
• Working knowledge of FERC regulations and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability required to make critical decisions independently, to resolve operation issues on a shift.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and internally and externally
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport, both internally and externally.
• Ability to interact with others, to communicate clear instructions, and to evaluate results.
• Broad understanding of operation of computerized equipment and standard office equipment.
• Ability to prepare reports, using prescribed format, and conforming to all rules of punctuation and grammar.
• Ability to train and develop less experienced gas controllers.
• Ability to see objects at close range and distinguish between colors.

Education

• 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 :

CHAMPION

• Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity
• Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering quality for our customers

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs

ABOUT THE TEAM

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. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 10003307
Job Category Pipeline Operations
Posting Date 2025-08-28
Apply Before 2025-09-10T03:59:00+00:00
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 925 White Oaks Blvd, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, US
Travel Requirements Up to 25%
Relocation Assistance Not currently offered for this position
Business Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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