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Pipeline Controller - Gas

Energy Transfer, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and others. We offer industry-leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities. Join our award-winning 11,000-strong organization as we fuel the world and each other.

Summary The Gas Controller will be responsible for the safe and reliable operation of Transwestern/FEP/Tiger pipeline systems by setting flow rates/pressure set points, remotely starting/stopping compression, and monitoring the SCADA system/alarming. The Gas Controller will operate within Company and governmental policies/procedures, including response to emergencies. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot and work independently while collaborating within a team environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Monitor and control the horsepower and pipeline system for multiple Interstate Pipelines

Manage the pressures, gas quality, line pack, receipts and deliveries of the pipeline systems to maximize operational efficiencies

Determine system requirements and changes needed to maintain customer deliveries

First contact in an emergency response situation including notification of emergency services and ET management

Work with field operations personnel, resolve customer problems and implement outage coordination plans

Collaborate with field personnel on basic troubleshooting of communications, SCADA, control valves and other equipment related to control and operations

Work closely with various departments within ET to execute all changes as scheduled

Complete daily throughput reports and maintain shift event logs

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience Is Commensurate With The Selected Job Level

Level C requires a minimum of 0–2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Level B requires a minimum of 2–4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Required Qualifications

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random testing per PHMSA regulations

Familiar with personal computer applications (Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and other programs such as flow and pressure simulation, velocity, pressure drop, purge and pack, regulators and control valves, relief valves, etc.)

Proven multitasking, analytical and judgment skills, and extremely detail oriented

Strong verbal communication skills together with good interpersonal skills

Some travel and overtime is required

This is a 12-hour shift position requiring both day and night shifts including weekends and some holiday work

Ability to work from an alternate Control Center location in the event of an emergency

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with pipeline systems, compressor stations or gas supply operations is a plus

Experience in remote control, pipeline operations or related fields related to Control Center functions

Basic knowledge of measurement principles and gas hydraulics

Working Conditions And Requirements

Usually, normal office working conditions

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing

Occasional overnight travel may be required

Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Oil and Gas

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