Operations Controller

ONEOK, Inc.; Garden City (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. in the United States seeks a Gas Pipeline Operations Technician to monitor, adjust and control flow of gas or natural gas liquids through the pipeline system using SCADA, ensuring safe, reliable and compliant operations across transmission, gathering, storage and processing.

Responsibilities include load forecasting, weather and system condition analysis, pressure/flow monitoring, report preparation, coordinating with field personnel and schedulers, and training staff in system

Qualifications

• Experience with pipeline control operations and SCADA systems.
• Ability to monitor pressures, volumes and control points.
• Familiar with Department of Transportation rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computers and SCADA displays to determine pressures and direct flow of natural gas and liquids through the pipeline system.
• Forecast load requirements using company approved models and weather/operating data.
• Analyze and resolve communication problems to minimize pressure reductions from line breaks or unusual events.
• Monitor gas/liquid quality and respond to changes as needed.
• Calculate receipts, deliveries, storage injections/withdrawals and pipeline load requirements.
• Prepare start/stop of receipt/delivery flows, storage actions, nominations, and related reports.
• Communicate information to field personnel, schedulers, and other pipeline controllers.
• Use the ONEOK Communication System for emergencies, conference calls and locates.
• Provide training to employees on system operations.
• DOT-related duties may apply; respond to hazardous conditions and follow safety precautions.

Skills

Mathematical ability

Communication via telephone/radio

Job description

#WeAreONEOK - Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary

Monitors, adjusts and/or controls flow of gas or natural gas liquids through the pipeline system in a safe, reliable, compliant and efficient manner. This includes distribution, transmission, gathering, storage and processing systems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Utilize computers and SCADA digital displays to determine sufficient operating pressures and to monitor and direct flow of natural gas or gas liquids though pipeline system
• Determine load requirements using company approved forecasting model. Compare this forecast to forecasts based on analysis of current and predicted weather conditions, current system conditions, and operating objectives
• Analyze and assist in identification and resolution of communication problems. Take appropriate action to minimize drastic reductions in pressure caused by line breaks or other unusual occurrences
• Monitor system gas or liquid quality and take appropriate action in response to changes
• Calculate and/or verify the following, including but not limited to: Receipts Deliveries Storage injections and withdrawals Pipeline system load requirements Transportation imbalances
• Compile, prepare, and/or post information including but not limited to: Start/stop of receipt/delivery flows and compressors or pumps Storage injection and withdrawal requests Field personnel call-outs Nomination confirmations and changes Gas quality issues Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) communication problems
• Communicate information and/or instructions related to system operations and contractual obligations to company field personnel, schedulers, and pipeline controllers from other companies
• Utilize the ONEOK Communication System (OCS) for the following: Emergency/non-emergency communication Setting up conference bridge One-Call center line locates
• Train employees in performance of duties related to system operations
• Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

None Required.

Work Experience

• Experience with pipeline control functions, computer programs, and equipment applicable to pipeline system control operations
• Experience monitoring pressures, volumes, and control points to maintain adequate gas or natural gas liquid flow
• Experience with and thorough knowledge of natural gas or natural gas liquid pipeline operations
• Experience in use and function of office equipment applicable to position including computers
• Experience and/or training related to: Basic programming/computer applications and hardware/SCADA systems Company and governmental operating/safety procedures Weather forecasting
• Experience compiling and preparing reports, logs, and correspondence
• Experience interacting, advising, training and communicating effectively

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: apply basic mathematics, including use of decimals and percentages
• Ability to: verbalize information or instructions utilizing telephone and two-way radios

Licenses and Certifications

• B31Q Operator qualification on the pipeline system being operated

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
• Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
• Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
• Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to preve