Gas Control Operator: 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

NiSource Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Gas Control Operator to monitor and control gas transmission and distribution systems, ensuring safe, reliable service.

You will respond to normal and emergency conditions, coordinate resources, and document activities to comply with PHMSA and DOT requirements. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts on a Panama schedule, and residence within 1 hour of the Arena office in Columbus.

Qualifications

• Must pass Console Operator Basic Requirements Assessment (COBRA) aptitude evaluation.
• Must pass color blind test to distinguish between colors.
• Must be able to pass DOT random drug & alcohol testing.
• Must reside within a 1-hour commute to the Arena office (Columbus, OH).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control transmission and distribution gas system operations to ensure safe and reliable service.
• Respond to normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions, including emergency procedures.
• Maintain system gas balance through coordination of supply, demand, storage, and transportation resources.
• Document activities and comply with PHMSA, CRM, DOT, and company policies and qualification requirements.
• Troubleshoot system issues and alarms using SCADA data and communicate findings to Field Operations.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Decision making under abnormaloperg

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Color vision

COBRA aptitude

DOT drug & alcohol compliance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

SCADA familiarity

Job description

NiSource Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Gas Control Operator to monitor and control gas transmission and distribution systems, ensuring safe, reliable service.

You will respond to normal and emergency conditions, coordinate resources, and document activities to comply with PHMSA and DOT requirements. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts on a Panama schedule, and residence within 1 hour of the Arena office in Columbus.