Gas Systems Operator 2

CoServ•Denton, TX

About The Position

The Gas Systems Operator 2 oversees day-to-day company gas system operations by monitoring the SCADA system and coordinating with construction management, company technicians, and contractors working on the gas system. The role helps ensure work on the system is coordinated to maintain system reliability and effective communications. This is a full-time, permanent weekend night-shift position. The regular schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 PM to 7:30 AM, and Monday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Candidates must be able to consistently work this overnight schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
At least two years of experience in natural gas distribution service and construction, or institutional knowledge for the position.
Knowledge of the company service territory and piping.
Communicate effectively with customers regarding gas-related service problems.
Working knowledge of the company service area and distribution system, system construction, and troubleshooting techniques.
Knowledge of company tariff policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Basic computer skills, including Windows applications, Excel, Word, Outlook, and internet applications.
Valid Texas Driver’s License and a good driving record.
Reside within a reasonable response-time distance—30 minutes—of a service area.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to sit for long periods; the position also requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and bending.
Ability to consistently work the specified overnight weekend schedule.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification.
Basic understanding of SCADA.
Basic understanding of the Gas Service Territory.
Attend CPR and emergency first aid training when scheduled.

Responsibilities

Assist with scheduling and dispatching service orders.
Assist with dispatching technicians to emergency leak calls and ensuring adequate response times.
Maintain direct communication with the System Operations Supervisor, Construction Manager, and Service Manager during extreme winter events and emergencies.
Monitor the company SCADA system and dispatch company personnel to investigate abnormal operating conditions.
Advise the Gas Systems Operator Supervisor and company leadership of abnormal operating conditions.
Coordinate with the Communications department when conditions require communication with customers or the public.
Maintain relationships with other departments and contractors that support gas operations.
Assist with training and advancement of other classification Operators.
Assist with outages and restoration efforts and ensure procedures in the CoServ Gas Emergency Plan are followed.
Receive on-the-job training in tasks and functions associated with the position.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.
Comply with CoServ safety and operating rules, procedures, and guidelines, and report unsafe practices to a supervisor.
Comply with CoServ information security policies and procedures, and report suspected security incidents to Tech Support.
Attend regularly scheduled safety meetings.
Adjust work schedule to meet company needs and ensure all shifts are covered.
Maintain Operator Qualified status for applicable covered tasks identified in the CoServ Gas Operator Qualification plan.
Follow safety precautions, procedures, and rules.
Attend CPR and emergency first aid training.
Maintain a clean work environment and ensure perishable items are properly stored out of sight.
Attend required CoServ University training.
Perform other duties and activities as directed.
Perform call-out duty when necessary.
Operate office equipment, including computers, telephones, fax machines, and copiers.
Drive occasionally.