Shift Supervisor, Gas Processing Operations

Philadelphia Gas Works

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The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned gas utility in the nation supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836 PGW has grown into the large modern facility that exists today. As one of the nations leading natural gas providers PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region.

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Shift Supervisor GPO manages a work group by providing guidance and direction to vocational employees. The incumbent is responsible for startup operation and shutdown of natural gas LNG and vaporization facilities M&R Stations as well as associated auxiliary equipment throughout the plant including but not limited to the loading and unloading of cryogenic and/or flammable bulk liquid carriers the emergency generating system river water pumping system boil-off compressors LNG under-tank heating systems and addition this Shift Supervisor assists the Operations Supervisor in conducting work force planning coaching training budget preparations expense control and other administrative duties and is responsible for the overall quality of work for the group. Impact of decisions will be measurable within one month.

Gas Processing Operations

Train Process Operators in all facets of operations including but not limited to safety and fire-fighting processes plant protection equipment plant emergency response and periodically evaluates performance via proper documentation.

Assist Operation Supervisors to periodically review update or develop operating procedures simple process sketches safety audits and various reports; occasionally performs gas purges to make process equipment and associated piping safe prior to maintenance activities; conducts safety audits throughout the plants and stations.

Ensure plant equipment is properly secured prior to maintenance activities that Process Operators maintain proper control parameters such as pressures temperatures flows etc.; maintains city distribution pressures ensuring distributed gas is properly conditioned.

Monitor equipment operations and properly reports equipment maintenance needs; writes necessary shop requests and reports.

Ensure that all pertinent data and process information is properly logged and recorded; safe loading and unloading of LNG liquefied nitrogen liquefied ethylene diesel fuel and high-pressure nitrogen trailers.

Personnel Management

Coordinate subordinate work activities by developing project timelines milestones and analyzing impact determining priorities of activities making work assignments monitoring projects and providing direction and assistance as needed.

Assess employee needs ensuring subordinates are properly trained and adhere to company policies practices and procedures including collective bargaining agreement when applicable.

Evaluate and meets with subordinates to discuss work performance providing appropriate commendations and disciplinary actions to ensure employees are well equipped to meet and/or exceed job expectations.

Finance & Accounting

Provide cost effective suggestions for process improvements in order to reduce maintenance budget expenditures.

Participate in the annual budget preparation process as needed or requested.

Other Related Functions

Keep abreast of current trends equipment technology and best practices in equipment maintenance.

Perform other special projects and assignments as requested.

Technical trade school certification journeyman status in electrical pipefitting welding instrumentation or Associates degree in a relevant field of study

Must have 1 to 3 years relevant experience working in a utility plant refinery control room or operations management

Must have a City of Philadelphia Class A Engineers license or the ability to obtain a license within two years

Must become very knowledgeable in city state and federal regulations codes laws and industry standards

Must have supervisory skills with the ability to create a professional and constructive environment that fosters a team-oriented r approach to day-to-day operations

Must have interpersonal/communications skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization and maintain a high level of client trust and confidence

Must have the ability to effectively work under pressure while meeting established deadlines

Must have computer skills in with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and knowledge of Microsoft Project and Visio preferred.

Must be flexible with the ability to work a rotating shift

Must have a valid Pennsylvania Drivers License with a good driving record

COVID-19 Vaccination: Effective November 8 2021 PGW requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment subject to reasonable accommodations.

PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.

Location: Philadelphia PA 19122

While we appreciate all responses only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted. Local candidates will be given preference