Gas Control Support Specialist - Job Family
Nisource
Ensures gas control compliance, training, SCADA, and emergency response for NiSource.
24 days ago ago
$67,900 - $140,700
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Columbus, OH
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Distribution
Natural Gas Services
Electricity Services
Infrastructure Maintenance
Utility Operations
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Natural Gas
Electricity
Midstream Services
Pipeline Operations
Natural Gas Storage
Renewable Energy
Low-Carbon Fuels
Role
What you would be doing
scada maintenance
change management
compliance docs
training delivery
audit prep
emergency response
- Organizes, maintains, and controls all evidence and documentation required to prove compliance.
- Works extended hours on varying shifts (weekends, nights, holidays) and participates in a standby rotation when necessary to support real-time operations.
- Drives other departments to incorporate their responsibilities in the CRM plan and connect with Gas Control overall.
- Stays up to date over current and evolving state and federal laws, recommends possible courses of action regarding future compliance policy, and develops action plans for those affected.
- Facilitates and enforces lessons-learned processes.
- Complies with all professional training, ethics policies, and upholds core values of the department and company.
- Responds to all emergency conditions, as needed.
- Continuously evaluates, improves existing, eliminates unneeded, and creates new processes as appropriate.
- Maintains and improves SCADA systems and software programs used by Gas Control to better comply with CRM requirements and for best practice operations.
- Owns change management processes for CRM related processes and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Performs real-time duties as needed to cover vacancies or support operations.
- Focuses on providing innovative solutions to the root cause of problems.
- Owns processes, procedures, and actions with all facets of CRM, including training, SCADA changes, alarm management, fatigue management, management of change, etc.
- Fosters teamwork among Gas Control and supporting departments.
- Develops and executes CRM related training activities and maintains records.
- Owns preparation for CRM and pipeline safety related audits.
- Plans, executes, and drives continuous improvement in Gas Control related projects driven by any change or operational needs.
- Develops, reviews, and implements plans, policies, procedures, and activities required by PHMSA, DOT, state regulatory, and SOX rules/regulations/standards/guidelines including, but not limited to, Control Room Management Plan, Alarm Management Plan, and Emergency Operating Plans.
What you bring
scada
bachelor's degree
5+ years
microsoft excel
operator qualification
regulatory
- Ability to perform duties effectively under normal, emergency, and contingency situations.
- Firm understanding of engineering principles, especially as they relate to energy, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.
- Acts with integrity at all times, especially when interacting with team members and regulatory personnel.
- Knowledge of and/or experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
- Must successfully pass Gas Control selected aptitude evaluation (COBRA)
- Self-starter who takes initiative to proactively find and solve problems.
- Have knowledge of, or ability to learn, fluid dynamic and thermodynamic concepts including pressures, flows, and gas laws.
- Ability to explain advanced concepts in a way that a person with little gas or mechanical background can understand and become competent at controlling NiSource gas systems.
- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away
- Ability to obtain and maintain Gas Controller Operator Qualification (OQ), with requalification required every three years.
- Experience creating, maintaining, and/or enforcing appropriate usage of a Document Management System.
- Must have the ability to distinguish colors.
- Bachelor's Degree with relevant experience.
- 5+ years of work experience in a gas utility or related industry.
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
- Experience leading or representing a business unit through an audit in a regulatory or compliance environment.
- Experience driving projects in a multiple stakeholder group environment.
- Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline.
- Possess a working understanding of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements, gas transmission systems, and gas energy markets.
- Experience administering a Bargaining Unit agreement.
- Achieves and maintains DOT Operator Qualification (OQ) for Gas Controller duties.
- Ability to work alone or with others at all levels of the corporation.
- Have ability to learn fluid dynamic and thermodynamic concepts including pressures, flows, and gas laws.
- Must be able to pass DOT random drug & Alcohol testing.
- Experience in both the State and Federal regulatory arena.
- Possess intermediate to advanced PC skills, especially proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent planning, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
- Incentive Level will also vary depending on level you start as (4% or 8%)*
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no sponsorship required; must be authorized to work in the united states.
- must pass dot random drug & alcohol testing.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1912
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1912 and has since grown into a major player in the energy sector.
Millions of Customers
Customer base size
The company serves millions of households, businesses, and industries across the U.S.
- Provides reliable service by managing infrastructure for natural gas and electricity.
- Specializes in energy delivery, including transmission and distribution.
- Regularly modernizes systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
- Deeply rooted in innovation, integrating renewable energy into the grid.
- Involved in large-scale infrastructure projects to enhance energy security.
- Known for steady financial performance and a forward-thinking approach.
- Be Safe
- Look for a Better Way
- Act with Care
- Take Accountability
- Serve our customers and our communities
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Work together
- Deliver on our commitments
- Be transparent
- Do the right thing
Net Zero
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
58% Reduction
Scope 1 Emissions Since 2005
Significant decrease in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions since 2005.
50% Methane Reduction
From Mains and Services
Targeting a 50% reduction in methane emissions from mains and services by 2025.
$3B Investment
Renewable Energy Transition
Anticipated investments in renewable energy generation transition through 2028.
- Retire 100% of remaining coal-fired electric generating units by 2026–2028.
- Exploring hydrogen blending in gas systems via an on‑site hydrogen blending skid.
- Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for nine consecutive years and to North America Index eleven consecutive years.
- Plans to conserve lands: restoring hundreds of acres through vegetation management, soil remediation and seeding.
Employee Promotion Rates
Promotion Statistics (8/31/23)
Reflects the promotion rates across various demographic groups within the organization.
Executive Representation
Leadership Demographics (12/31/24)
Breakdown of executive leadership roles by gender in the organization.
Employee Population
Workforce Demographics (12/31/24)
Overall gender distribution within the organization's workforce.
- Provide energizing and inclusive culture where every employee has a voice and active seat at the table
- Support diverse and unique customers and invest in communities
- Diversify workforce partnerships through conferences (e.g., SWE, SASE, SHPE, NSBE, NBMBA)
- Commit to supplier diversity and economic inclusion initiatives
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