Associate Gas Controller or Gas Controller

 

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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance. 

 

Job Summary

Dominion Energy is looking for an Associate Gas Controller or Gas Controller to join our team in Cayce, SC. There is one position which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

Associate Gas Controller:

  •  This role utilizes the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (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. Complies with all government regulations for Control Room and Alarm Management.
  • Responsible for ensuring emergency orders involving reports of gas leaks, odors of gas, damaged gas lines, ,etc.. are dispatched to appropriate field employees in a timely and accurate manner to meet Company, as well as state utility commission requirements. 
  • Creating emergency orders, answering emergency calls, and managing notifications of escalated incidents to management and operations personnel. 
  • Develop a professional working relationship with field personnel, pipeline contacts, and other departments that interact with Gas Control and Dispatch. 
  • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

 
Gas Controller:

  •  This role utilizes the SCADA system to monitor and control gas facilities by operating remote control valves, regulators and compressors and ensure that pipeline pressures stay within Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOP).
  • Directs field personnel during pipeline repairs and outages and for the operation of the transmission, production, storage, and distribution facilities during normal, abnormal, and emergency situations.
  • Responds to SCADA alarms by adjusting pressures and flows as needed and notifying field personnel.
  • Analyzes gas control data and independently implements changes as needed to gas volumes and pressures to meet system demand. Implements the daily operating plan to support the economic, efficient, and reliable operations of the gas system.
  • Coordinates and directs the pipeline pigging operations for pipeline integrity and compliance.
  • Develops and maintains a professional working relationship with field personnel, pipeline contacts, and other departments that interact with Gas Control. Coordinates nominations with suppliers and storage partners.
  • Complies with all government regulations for Control Room and Alarm Management by maintaining records of gas control operations.
  • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

 

Note:  There is a commute requirement of 60 minutes to 601 Old Taylor Road, Cayce, SC 29033. This position works a rotating schedule of 12- and 8-hour shifts.
 
There is one position which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
 
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3 plus an appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined (below).
 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):

 

Associate Gas Controller:

  • Associate degree and 0 - 2 years directly related experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Directly related experience includes Combined natural gas, analytical, utility, process operation/control (field, paper, water, chemical, etc.) 

 

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

 

  •  Ability to: Learn and retain knowledge of natural gas safety and emergency plans/procedures; learn and retain knowledge of Control Room Management (CRM) regulations and procedures; learn and retain basic Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations and other regulatory requirements, as needed; analyze and interpret data, detect errors and recommend changes; perform basic math: to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to perform the four operations with like or common decimal fractions; clearly and accurately record data when completing documentation; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally and externally; establish and maintain rapport; see objects at close range and be able to distinguish between colors; manage work and perform varied tasks simultaneously; remain focused and to respond competently under pressure to changing pipeline conditions; work independently and as a team member.
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, computer functions, and standard office equipment.
  • Must be able to commute to work within 60-minutes.
  • Basic knowledge of company operations, pipeline network and facilities (compressor stations, storage pools, production systems, etc.) is preferred.

 
Gas Controller:

  •  Associate degree and 3+ years directly related experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  •  Directly related experience includes Combined natural gas, analytical, utility, process operation/control (field, paper, water, chemical, etc.) 

 

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

 

  • Knowledge of: Pipeline network and facilities (compressor stations, storage pools, production systems, etc.); natural gas safety and emergency plans/procedures; Control Room Management (CRM) regulations and procedures; FERC regulations and other regulatory requirements, as needed.
  • Ability to: Analyze and interpret data, detect errors and recommend changes; clearly and accurately record data when completing documentation; utilize station specific knowledge; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally and externally; establish and maintain rapport both internally and externally; see objects at close range and be able to distinguish between colors; manage work and perform varied tasks simultaneously; remain focused and to respond competently under pressure to changing pipeline conditions; detect anomalies and remain calm and focused in emergencies; work independently and as a team member.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Office, computer functions, and standard office equipment.
  • Excellent reasoning skills.
  • Must be able to commute to work within 60-minutes.
  • At least one year in Associate Gas Controller role is preferred prior to moving to this level.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associates Degree .

 

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of sitting or standing may be required. This position works a rotating schedule of 12- hour and 8-hour hour shifts and will be required to work nights, weekend, holidays, etc.

Test Description

Gas Controller” OQ” testing is required.  

 

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Other Information


We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.   To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.  

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