Supervisor Instrument and Controls

Title: Supervisor Instrument and Controls    
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida   -  Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Our People are our greatest investments.  TECO Peoples Gas offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. 

If you are interested in a career and not just a position, TECO Peoples Gas is the place to be!  

TECO Peoples Gas is the largest natural gas distributor in Florida serving more than 400,000 customers across the state. Just as it was 125 years ago when we started as Tampa Gas Company, natural gas is today’s No. 1 choice for reliable energy.  Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation and cost-effective sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. 

TECO Peoples Gas is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes Tampa Electric and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations. 

We are currently seeking a Supervisor Gas Operations to oversee our Measurement & Regulation Services department. In this role, you will provide oversight, support, and analysis for technology, operational efficiencies, revenue generation, and operations support. You will also maintain and support our department's technology infrastructure, including control systems, data telecommunications, networks, hardware, and software.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops, implements, and maintains operational equipment and SCADA system functionality and associated analytical tools. Monitors SCADA and Metretek system functionality and data integrity and recommends/implements improvement opportunities
2. Plans, establishes, and implements budget/cost monitoring for Gas Operations “sub-area”
3. Manages alarms, dispatches I/C Technicians and determines the most appropriate course of action to resolve issues
4. Develops and leads Gas Ops and Compressor Technicians using Company leadership programs such as Selection for Excellence, Training Programs, Performance Reviews and Positive Discipline. Creates and adjusts work schedules as needed, including vacations, holiday and emergency call-out
5. Provides operational, technical, and analytical support to the Gas Operations team by managing the various systems including the PGS Essentials system
6. Monitors pipeline inputs and tracks daily and monthly volumes for the various suppliers and industrial customers
7. Has the ownership and responsibility for the daily scheduling and confirmation process of all nominations entered by our customers into the Company’s Gas Management System
8. Assists the Manager and Technicians with the operations, monitoring and troubleshooting of Company’s telemetry equipment

EDUCATION/ LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Required: High School diploma or GED. Valid Driver’s License and be able to obtain a valid Florida's driver's license.

Preferred: Associate degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics or other like discipline from an accredited college/university

EXPERIENCE

Required: A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Transmission/Distribution system, design, operations, or maintenance; Experience providing functional guidance and/or leadership to operations staff

Preferred: Supervisory experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Required: Must have an understanding of maintenance, repairs and calibration tasks on the Company’s gas measurement equipment, including large meter sets, meter indexes, correctors, industrial AMR devices and SCADA equipment, electrical and electronic principles, codes and regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems logically, multi-task, establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and customers and to effectively organize and maintain files and records.

Preferred: Demonstrated skills and abilities to delegate and coach others. Knowledge of all Company policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Knowledge of our geographic territories. Strong working knowledge of State and Federal regulations and D.O.T. requirements relative to natural gas operations

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Champions Safety, Health and the Environment

Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity

Drives Business Excellence for Customers

Builds Collaborative Relationships

Develops People and Teams

Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change

Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.