Gas engine operator job description

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Role and Scope of Position:
Under direct supervision, assists in projects that impact Gas Control including the design, procurement, installation and testing of systems and devices that will repair, replace, improve or increase the Gas Business organization's physical assets and provide system requirements and regulatory compliance.
Essential Functions:

• Designs systems or installations to fit the Company's objectives, with some oversight, conforming to industry standards, guidelines and regulations of federal, state and local authorities.
• Specifies and procures materials and equipment, coordinates in-house and contract labor to install and test new installations in a timely fashion with input from vendors, engineers and Company departments.
• Assists in developing and maintaining procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and codes.
• Provides technical and financial support to upper management for future needs and budget allocations.
• Supports values and commitment to Eversource's mission, strategy and values. Provides support or assistance in carrying out assignments. Coordinates resources required to complete processes or projects.
• Utilizes fundamental gas flow equations and hydraulic software to design or recommend changes to existing gas piping systems.

• Formulates Eversource technical positions and suggests company policies and standards on various issues within expertise.
• Will have storm restoration, on-call and emergency assignments.
• May be required to work shifts to support business needs.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires theoretical and conceptual knowledge of discipline to develop and evaluate a process, procedure or regulatory requirements in the gas control business.
• Knowledge in the area of natural gas systems preferred.
• Good communication skills, the ability to read mapping systems and an understanding of gas pressure and flow relationships, remote telemetering and control, applicable Federal and State codes, LNG operations, Microsoft Office, and GIS.
• Knowledge of gas system design, construction standards, 49 CRF Part 192 code requirements, gas operating procedures and regulatory compliance preferred
• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory criteria, industry codes, and standards applicable to the specific area of expertise.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Experience:

• Zero to three (0-3) years related experience.

Licenses & Certifications:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in both an office and field environment which requires standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs or terrain. Job can require lifting/carrying of test equipment, adjusting, connecting, pulling, operating, etc.
• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

• This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.

Mental Aspects :

• Work includes calculating, comparing, editing, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, planning, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing, presenting, etc.
• This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

• Know the business plan and how your role connects to it
• Identify problems, issues; take responsibility for resolution
• Set high standards for self; deliver quality performance
• Raise ideas for improvement
• Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

• Follow through on commitments made to manager, colleagues, and customers.
• Address difficult or controversial issues and encourage others to do the same.
• Have honest dialogue with others

Manage and Develop People

• Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
• Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
• Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve "One Company" and other goals
• Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

• Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

• Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
• Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
• Exhibit a "can-do" attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

• Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

Please submit a resume with your application.

Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Vaccination Information:

Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource's HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.