Gas System Controller (SCADA) — 24/7 Operations

Spire Inc; Shrewsbury (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire, Inc. in St. Louis, MO seeks a System Controller to oversee 24/7 monitoring and control of natural gas distribution systems, ensuring safety, reliability and efficiency.

You will operate via SCADA, adjust supplies, monitor equipment, and prepare reports while maintaining regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years in gas/oil, SCADA experience, and strong communication skills. This role requires shift work with a 12-hour roster, and training on safety, API standards, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate’s Degree or higher preferred.
• 1–3 years of natural gas or petroleum industry experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Prior SCADA experience with programming/troubleshooting preferred.
• Knowledge of API RP 1165 and API RP 1168 preferred.
• Knowledge of physics, chemistry, gas regulators, and related terminology.
• Must comply with all federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely and reliably operate the natural gas system(s) through a SCADA system.
• Adjust supplies via remote-control regulators and valves to maintain pressures and flow.
• Remotely monitor equipment including regulators, control valves, RCVs, odorant injection, compressors, boilers and heaters.
• Prepare and submit reports to various departments.
• Monitor SCADA alarms and respond to unusual conditions, notifying personnel.
• Coordinate timely responses to system emergencies and outages.
• Maintain safe operations per the Control Room Management Plan.
• Provide training and performance monitoring of new system controllers on SCADA and safe operation.
• Complete annual training (Fatigue Management, Operator Qualification, SCADA Security, cross-training).
• All other duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Read and work from engineering drawings, pipeline maps, and procedures.
• Pass random drug testing.
• Demonstrate core competencies and company values.
• Lead ethically and safely, supporting company values.
• Lead by example in a diverse workforce.
• Adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture.
• Build rapport with a diverse range of people.
• Work independently and under pressure to meet goals and deadlines.

Skills

SCADA operations

Engineering drawings reading

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree or higher preferred

Tools

SCADA software

Microsoft Excel

SCADA reporting tools

API RP 1165 knowledge

API RP 1168 knowledge

Job description

Spire, Inc. in St. Louis, MO seeks a System Controller to oversee 24/7 monitoring and control of natural gas distribution systems, ensuring safety, reliability and efficiency.

You will operate via SCADA, adjust supplies, monitor equipment, and prepare reports while maintaining regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years in gas/oil, SCADA experience, and strong communication skills. This role requires shift work with a 12-hour roster, and training on safety, API standards, and