Gas Controller I/II

This position operates the transmission system to meet daily supply, transportation and delivery requirements in a safe, efficient and reliable manner under fluctuating conditions. 

• Monitors and operates the pipeline system to meet customer's gas flow requirements while adhering to required contract, tariff and regulatory requirements. 
• Monitor and control the pipeline systems of Northern Natural Gas via data acquisition systems (SCADA) and extensive telephone communications. 
• Monitor pressures, line pack, receipt and deliveries to maximize throughput efficiency.
• Determine system requirements and changes to mainline pressures and volumes to maintain delivery to customers and other pipelines. Manage operational balancing agreements (OBA) on a daily and monthly basis. 
• Communicate with field operations personnel to keep abreast of situations requiring action or assistance, i.e., loss of production, gas quality problems and DAS problems, horsepower and pipeline outages. 
• Maintain a shift events log. 
• Coordinate pipeline/horsepower outages by using real-time pipeline model. 
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. 
• Position will require vacation coverage for the operations communications center.  

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent education.
• Gas Controller I - Zero to two years of related experience 
• Gas Controller II - Two to four years of related experience 
• Two years of operations experience desirable, which includes familiarity with Northern Natural Gas compressor stations or gas supply operations.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective PC skills, proficient in Excel, Word, Access a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Controls and measurement experience a plus.
• Pipeline flow study modeling experience, a plus.
• Position requires working a 12-hour rotating shift. (unit provides 24 hour, 365-day service.)
• Occasional overtime on short notice.

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.