Southern Company

Operator II, Plant LNG

Chattanooga, TN

full time

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Basic Function:

Operates, monitors, and maintains natural gas liquefaction, boiloff and vaporization process systems for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant. Work single person rotating shifts encompassing all holidays and weekends (plant is maintained 24/7/365), on shift operator is required to perform all duties until relief arrives, including unscheduled overtime due to illness, injury, and/or inclement weather, as well as required travel to other LNG plants for needed assistance. Keep up to date records required by DOT 193 and NFPA 59A (operating procedures and records, all security/hazard manuals, and personnel requirements). Works with high pressure gas, cryogenic liquids (-260 degrees), high temperature machinery, high electrical voltage (4160 volts), combustion chambers and at elevated heights.

Representative Duties and Responsibilities:

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Performs monthly, quarterly and annual scheduled maintenance work orders utilizing 7I Plant Maintenance program and assists maintenance technicians with PMs.

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Trains technicians and new operators on all plant operation duties and processes.

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Coordinates all plant processes and required duties as well as maintain correspondence with all (4) LNG plants and Gas Control while performing job duties during high stress situations (e.g., high send out rates requested by Gas Control to maintain and support proper volume/pressure to distribution system).

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Provides proactive preventative maintenance (PM) activities (e.g., annual inspections, relief/control valve testing, switch calibrations). Must maintain records on computer system to ensure compliance with state, federal, and Company policies and regulations.

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Controls operations of equipment and processes to liquefy and vaporize liquid natural gas removes harmful gases and water; liquefies and transfers gas to storage tanks; transfers liquefied gas from storage tanks, vaporizes liquid gas, and transfers to distribution system (e.g., pipelines, tankers).

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Monitors plant operating conditions of all (4) LNG plants from control room; responds to alarms, recognizes operational problems; analyzes and adjusts process variables (e.g., start, operation, secure liquefaction/vaporization equipment/processes) to optimize plant performance.

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Oversees safety and security operations; monitors and controls plant access; evaluates alarms, resolves conditions and appropriately responds to all alarms/issues at all (4) LNG plants.

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Maintains continuous communications with other LNG plants; monitors their operations; provides assistance to other Operators and personnel when required.

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Records daily, weekly and monthly data (e.g., meter and gauge readings: barometer, ambient temperature, ELOG and logbook, tank level, and equipment readings: temperature, pressure, flow, and rate); prepares accurate daily, weekly and monthly reports.

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Maintains plant upkeep and appearance.

Education and Experience:

Required:

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High school diploma or GED

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2-3 years electronics, engineering, or gas industry experience

Preferred:

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Associate degree in a technical discipline

Or

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Equivalent academic education and experience

Skills:

Required:

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Function Block Programming (Ladder Logic)-basic proficiency

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Office assistant skills (e.g. switchboard, typing, faxing)

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MS Office (Word, Excel, Access) – basic proficiency

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7I Scheduling System

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Stress management skills

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Operator Qualified in accordance with Company Plan

Certifications/Licenses:

Required:

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State driver’s license

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Company driving test

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DOT physical examination including drug and alcohol screening

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Fork lift certification

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DOT 193 and NFPA 59A requirements (e.g. confined space entry, fire training)

Preferred:

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Commercial driver’s license

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Ability to read P&Is, CLDs, and SLDs

AGLR Success Factors:

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Executing for Results

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Collaboration and Building Relationships

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Learning and Thinking

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Industry Knowledge/Business Acumen

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Honoring Corporate Values & Standards

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

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Ability to work safely at elevated heights (top of LNG tank)

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Exposure to excessive heat, cold and noise

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Keyboarding – Constant

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Critical operation during extreme ambient temperatures (0 degrees to 100+ degrees)

Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

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.