Gas Controller

Atmos Energy•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for monitoring and controlling the flow of gas from various sources, operating SCADA systems, managing compressor stations, and responding to alarms and emergencies. The role requires adherence to DOT and PHMSA regulations, specifically 192.631 Control Room Management. The Gas Controller will work in a 24/7 environment and requires ongoing training and oversight until qualified to operate independently.

Requirements

Associate's Degree and three years related experience in the natural gas industry or a closely related field; OR a high school diploma or GED and four years related experience in the natural gas industry or a closely related field.
Ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information on technical concepts to individuals with experience or knowledge of the technical area.
Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Basic computer skills for data entry, reference, and/or retrieval tasks.

Responsibilities

Monitors and controls the flow of gas from major purchase points and storage fields to stay within allocation guidelines, controlling daily and seasonal balancing of these sources.
Operates SCADA systems to review data and make changes to metering station gas flow and pressures.
Monitors and operates compressor stations to control gas flow in and out of storage fields.
Responds to SCADA alarms, correcting situations remotely or by requesting assistance from field personnel.
Reviews previous shift records for critical operating conditions and data, and maintains records of unusual system activities.
Utilizes various gas supply sources to meet operating requirements.
Responds to after-hour pipeline or operations emergency calls and dispatches appropriate personnel.
Prepares and distributes reports relating to gas control activities.
May access electronic bulletin boards to confirm nominated supply and monitor for pipeline operational flow orders (OFO's).
May be required to monitor the Homeland Security website every 4 hours for status changes.
Requires constant oversight by senior Gas Control co-workers until qualified to operate the system without direct supervision.
Complies with all DOT and PHMSA regulations, specifically 192.631 Control Room Management.