Description
Summary
Spire is seeking a System Controller to work in the St. Louis, MO location. This role may include but is not limited to 24/7 monitoring and control of the Company's natural gas distribution systems, storage and transmission assets to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely and reliably operate the natural gas system(s) through a SCADA system
- Responsible for adjusting supplies through use of remote-control regulators and valves as needed to maintain sufficient system pressures and flow
- Remotely control and monitor company equipment which may include but is not limited to regulator set-points, odorant injection, compressors, scrubbers, evaporators, refrigeration units, boilers and heaters in order to maintain maximum safety and efficiency of the system
- Prepare and submit reports to various departments and personnel within the Company
- Responsible for monitoring, analyzing and responding to SCADA alarms and the recognition of unusual conditions that do not generate alarms while notifying appropriate personnel
- Coordinate appropriate and timely response to system emergencies and other operational problems that could result in unsafe conditions and possible service outages
- Maintain safe operational practices as described in the Control Room Management Plan
- Provide on-going training and performance monitoring of new system controllers in the use of the SCADA system and the safe operation of the system(s)
- Complete annual training relating but not limited to: Fatigue Management, Operator Qualification, Information/SCADA Security, Intra-Departmental Cross-Training
- All other duties as assigned
Essential Characteristics and Competencies
- Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside of the Company
- Possess the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and pipeline maps
- Ability to pass random drug testing
- Ability to demonstrate and master the core and job category competencies, and essential characteristics applicable for this role within the organization
- Ability to work/lead in an ethical and safe manner, and support the company's values
- Ability to lead by example in support of the Company's essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual's unique skills and perspectives
- Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
- Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
- Ability to work independently and under pressure to manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Required Education (certifications, licenses)
- High school diploma required
- Formal technical training with an Associate's Degree or higher preferred
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
- One to three years of applicable work experience in the natural gas or petroleum industry preferred
- One to three years of computer experience with proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software, especially Excel
- Prior experience using SCADA system software with the ability to program and troubleshoot computer problems preferred
- Knowledge of API RP 1165, API RP 1168 preferred
- Knowledge of basic physics, chemistry, gas pressure regulators, gas flow measurement and related gas industry terminology preferred
- Must be compliant with all federal and state regulations
Contact
Spire Inc.
Canada
www.spireenergy.com/
From the same organization
21 Jul, 2024
21 Jul, 2024
