Pipeline Controller I

Tallgrass•Lakewood, CO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Primary purpose: For the Company’s pipeline assets, remotely control, operate and maintain the integrity and safe operations of Tallgrass Gas, Liquids, & CO2 pipelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
New Hire, Minimum 1-5 years direct and active work experience in the oil and gas industry, including working knowledge of industry terms and principles.
Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Good problem-solving skills, including the ability to utilize multiple resources to arrive at a solution.
Strong customer focus that includes demonstrated and consistent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with ability to think quickly and provide support for emergency operations, including staying current on emergency operating procedures and practices.
Ability to quickly analyze changing conditions on the pipeline and make appropriate adjustments within operating parameters.
Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little or no direct supervision.
Basic understanding of PHMSA CRM guidelines.
Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.

Nice To Haves

Associate level degree from accredited institution.
Experience in gas control, liquids control, CO2 control, and/or field operations is a plus.
Experience working in a 24x7x365 work environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Training, and Testing on all Tallgrass OCC controlled assets working towards operator qualifications (OQ)
Show ability to locate and identify and follow departmental and company policies, guidelines, and practices.
Monitor system to manage and control Tallgrass pipelines safely and efficiently.
Monitor leak detection system and respond accordingly to potential leak alarms.
Utilize Tallgrass’ systems and processes for dispatching, monitoring, and control of the Gas, Liquids, & CO2 Assets.
Coordinate the fulfillment of confirmed nominations with the Scheduling team, Field Operations, customers, and third-party point operators.
Communicate with operators to provide timely, efficient, reliable, and “as expected” volumes and pressures at all receipt and delivery points.
Develop daily operating plans for each pipeline system.
Configure system as necessary to achieve planned activity.
Draft and distribute emergency response communiqués utilizing Tallgrass’ emergency response systems.
Ensure smooth transition of shift turnovers through verbal and written communication.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as HMI optimization and alarm management.
Document shift turnover as per established CRM guidelines.
Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation of current processes.
Write effectively, and understand verbal and written communications, including but not limited to email.
Occasional unscheduled overtime may be required and is anticipated.
Occasional but infrequent travel away from the usual assigned work location may be required.
Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.
Other duties as assigned.