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Gas Controller

Puget Sound Energy
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Bothell
19900 North Creek Parkway (Show on map)
Apr 28, 2025
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE'sGas Operationsteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill anopenGas Controllerposition! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description Responsible for day-to-day operations in Gas Control; monitoring, controlling, load forecasting, and coordinating real-time gas system activities. The Gas Controller is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the gas system. Responds promptly and effectively to abnormal operating conditions. Responsible for gas safety compliance work and compliance with PSE's Gas Operating Standards and Gas Field Procedures when engaged in operating, maintaining, constructing or engineering PSE's natural gas system. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. This position requires 24/7 shift work, rotating between Night and Day shifts. This position may be subject to random DOT drug and/or alcohol testing. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically, and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensure duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. Job Responsibilities Monitors the gas distribution system through SCADA for abnormal operating conditions, anticipating system conditions requiring action, and providing appropriate response to those conditions. Assists with ordering changes in regulator settings, customer consumption rates, injection of compressed or liquid natural gas, remotely adjusts pressures, requesting operation of standby equipment, and reconciling monthly gas volumes with Williams. Analyzes and reports weather data to identify any necessary cold weather actions or LNG plant operation support from gas operations. Performs estimated daily gas load forecasting to secure the necessary daily contract volumes. Assists with issues relating to gas control, at times serving as the liaison with Williams Northwest Pipeline, Gas Planning, System Control and Protection, Gas System Engineering, and Gas Trading. Maintains records of gas characteristics such as heating value, specific gravity, odorant level, and reports any changes from normal standards. Works staggered schedule to ensure availability of real-time system. Participates in emergency responsibilities and system support. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in related field or equivalent experience. 2 years experience in gas operations or equivalent experience. Operator Qualified (OQ) or obtain operator qualification within 6 months. Knowledge of gas measurement theory, pressure control, instrumentation, gas metering designs, custody transfer, weather and load forecasting. Familiarity with SAP, SCADA, and other communication systems. Demonstrated skills with MS Office. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Desired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer sciences or related field. Gas Certification Institute's course certificate on fundamentals of gas measurement. Gas Certification Institute's SCADA certificate. General knowledge of weather and load forecasting, load balancing. Experience working shifts. Additional Information At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package. The pay range for this position is$79,200.00-$131,700.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses. PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com). Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.