JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to lead and supervise field personnel responsible for all installation and
maintenance activities associated with field instrumentation, real-time data communication, and SCADA
controls to ensure optimum system operation and reliability. Ensures all compliance and regulatory activities
are completed and documented as required. Responsible for the daily performance monitoring and oversight
of job functions performed by field staff ensuring field instrumentation, real-time controls and SCADA
equipment are properly maintained, repaired, and calibrated to Company standards and regulatory guidelines.
Additional duties include overseeing the maintenance of electronic controls and equipment associated with
odorizers, electronic chart recorders, pipeline heaters, chromatographs, transmitters, cellular modems and
RTUs. Ensures resources for quick response to system outages are readily available. Daily travel within the Nicor Gas Territory.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
o BA/BS degree
Or
o 5+ years equivalent LDC operations experience working in a SCADA/Controls department
o Intermediate MS Excel and MS Word
Preferred:
Related Work Experience:
Required:
o Demonstrated experience supervising employees
Preferred:
o Experience working with data communication protocols i.e. WPLS, modems, land-lines, Modbus, IP, etc.
o Experience in SCADA field controls design, installation and maintenance
o Experience working with Fisher ROC or Bristol RTU/PLC
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
Required:
o Radio/RF, TCIP addressing, or SCADA addressing
o As-building for pre and post design documentation
o Basic electrical distribution (12Volt, 24 Volt, 110 Volt)
o Electronic Controls Design ( 4 – 20 ma, 1 – 5 volts)
o Reading and understanding electrical line diagrams and wiring schematics
o Demonstrated ability in the calibration and testing of instrumentation and SCADA control equipment using
test equipment
o Demonstrated ability in the installation and startup of new SCADA/control sites
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Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
o This position requires working in the field as well as in an office environment
o Occasional Traveler (5-20% travel): This position requires travel on occasion. Trips may require air travel
and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights
o Ability to lift up to 50lbs
o This position occasionally requires the incumbent to bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Functional Expertise:
• Understands all regulatory requirements and Company standards to ensure delivery of
SCADA data from field devices to the real-time control systems
• Oversees the configuration and startup of field RTUs
• Oversees and manages the installation and startup of new SCADA stations as well as
implements, schedules and oversees instrumentation and SCADA field projects. Closely
works with RTSS for scheduling SCADA host additions/revisions to meet timeline
requirements for station commissioning.
• Understands PHMSA Control Room Management requirements associated with field SCADA
and ensures full compliance within department
• Investigates and resolves communication issues concerning radios, cellular modems and
RTUs
• Oversees and manages the troubleshooting and repair of field instrumentation equipment
associated with odorizers, pipeline heaters, chromatographs, electronic chart recorders, etc.
Business Acumen:
• Organizes and communicates daily work assignments to SCADA personnel
• Maintains necessary inventory for operation and maintenance of field SCADA equipment
• Monitors and directs compliance related tasks to ensure requirements are met
• Meets or exceeds all financial, performance, and regulatory metrics
• Sets performance expectations and direction for team
• Responsible for monitoring monthly and annual capital and operating expense budgets and
implementing cost control for the department
Engagement:
• Provides supervision and guidance to SCADA personnel to ensure daily workloads are
completed and departmental goals are achieved
• Collaborates with other internal departments to meet company goals
• Clearly communicates with department leadership
• Trains, develops, and engages SCADA personnel
• Instills corporate values and personal responsibility into SCADA personnel
• Builds strong relationships with other Southern Company Gas departments
Driving Results:
• Ensures Company safety guidelines are met
• Ensures departmental metrics and goals are met
• Ensures all regulatory requirements are met
• Administers employee performance process and work with individual employees to establish
developmental goals and steps to achieve objectives
• Responsible for creating and implementing improved processes and techniques to enhance
operating environment
Employee receives clear instructions from supervisor regarding what to do and how to do it.
Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures.
Employee must consider alternative courses of action and then make a decision after considering the
options.
Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions, without specific guidance or direction
from the supervisor.
Task Complexity:
Tasks are straight-forward, routine, and often repetitive.
Tasks are varied and fairly complex.
Assignments are quite varied and highly complex.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 17233
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Nicor Gas
Pay Range: 88,850.00 - 139,620.80 USD Annually: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role.
