Requisition: 84223
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 93,600 - $ 148,200
Work Location Category: Onsite
Job Summary At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered. GSOC, the Gas System Operations Center, is responsible for the 24x7 monitoring and operation of PSE&G's Gas Transmission and Distribution System.
The GSOC Gas Systems Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the mission-critical transmission and distribution systems. Responsible for the daily operations activities and coordination with multiple departments to deliver natural gas safely, economically, and efficiently to PSE&G's customers.
Job Responsibilities- Monitor and control gate station outlet pressures to achieve the following objectives: control distribution system pressures to ensure the integrity of the system and manage deliveries to match gas supply with demand and forecasted load requirements.
- Monitor gas supplies for heat content, quality and odorization.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with other groups from pipeline suppliers and the field to address system issues.
- Diagnose and respond to system abnormalities.
- Department of Transportation requirements: random drug and alcohol testing, compliance with Operator Qualification rules.
- Must take training to ensure the ability to recognize unusual gas system conditions and respond appropriately.
- Require rotating 12-hour shift schedule and overtime as needed and must maintain a valid U.S. drivers' license.
Job Specific Qualifications- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 5 year's relevant experience in gas distribution, production or equivalent.
- Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and overtime as needed.
- Practical working knowledge of all gas system components including natural gas metering stations, major gas mains, and gas regulation.
- Demonstrated strong math and estimating skills, a basic understanding of the mechanics of pressure and control systems.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, and to follow written instructions.
- Must be decisive and perform under stress in emergencies and work effectively with others.
- Must be adept at reading maps, blueprints and piping schematics.
- Must be able to identify and respond to all audio and color-coordinated visual alarms.
- Must possess and maintain a valid U. S. drivers' license and a safe driving record.
- Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.
Desired - Possess computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Internet, Intranet, SAP, etc.)
- Experience in gas control and/or gas scheduling work.
- Candidate demonstrates interest in moving up to GSOC System Operations Supervisor.
Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a "Generally Authorized" destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a "Protected Individual" under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).
As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG's drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.
If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.