Gas Control Room Operator (12-Hour Shifts)

TC Energy Corp.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy Corp. in Houston, TX, seeks a full-time Control Center Operator to monitor and manage U.S. pipeline systems, ensuring safety and reliability. You will work rotating 12-hour shifts, process nominations, respond to alarms, and support tools used in the Center.

The role requires knowledge of gas hydraulics, DOT qualification, and strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Travel to backup locations in Houston/Bryan, TX may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma; three years of natural gas industry experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Must have a working-level knowledge of gas hydraulics and compressors.
• Must obtain DOT Operator Qualification certification through the Company's testing/evaluation program within the prescribed timeframe.
• Must be able to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be conscientious, attentive and able to work well with others in a team environment.
• Must possess effective communication skills and the ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations.
• Must possess strong mathematical, analytical and computer skills.
• Must be proficient in most Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operations of compressor stations, meter stations and pipeline systems by executing daily operating plans.
• Identify, analyze and mitigate abnormal operating conditions at stations and pipelines.
• Monitor and respond to alarms per established protocol.
• Process customer nominations and imbalances in a non-discriminatory manner.
• Follow Document Standard for documenting operational information during shifts and communicate during shift changes.
• Assist in troubleshooting various operating tools used in the Control Center

Skills

Gas hydraulics

Control room operations

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

TC Energy Corp. in Houston, TX, seeks a full-time Control Center Operator to monitor and manage U.S. pipeline systems, ensuring safety and reliability. You will work rotating 12-hour shifts, process nominations, respond to alarms, and support tools used in the Center.

The role requires knowledge of gas hydraulics, DOT qualification, and strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Travel to backup locations in Houston/Bryan, TX may be required.