Gas Supply Manager jobs in Arizona

, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary of , the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP's case, since the 1890s. We're building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.

Our culture is rooted in that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals bring their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference.

We create opportunities for employees to thrive through:

• Continual growth: In an industry changing faster than ever before, our commitment to professional growth and leadership development means we never stop challenging ourselves to explore new possibilities.
• Active Engagement: We support a collaborative environment, with peer-to-peer learning and employee-driven groups that foster an inclusive culture.
• Total compensation: UNS Energy Corporation also offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a 401k plan with a generous company match, a company-sponsored pension plan, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance and much more.

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Position Description

Performs gas engineering studies and evaluates alternative designs or processes related to facilities. Specifies or validates all gas materials and/or equipment required on assigned projects. Creates/Maintains hydraulic models utilizing Synergi Gas for each of the systems statewide, and uses results for recommendations for system improvements and budgetary purposes. Support and maintain communications equipment for company specific hardware and applications. Program RF equipment and maintain FCC compliant hardware. Support UNS Gas initiatives and vision to ensure successful business model objectives. Assure utilization of fuel gas engineering practices and compliance with all Local, State, and Federal laws including but not limited to Arizona's Pipeline Safety Rules Title 14 Chapter 5, Code of Federal Regulations Title 49 Parts 190 through 199, API 1104, Gas Engineers Handbook, and the Clean Water Act.

Position-Related Responsibilities

* Assists departmental staff members with GIS, pipeline design, as-built, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) evaluation and redesign.

* Assists Materials/Standards Compliance personnel with creation of materials standards, and material descriptions for all material approved for use within the gas distribution and transmission systems.

* Works closely with Right-of-Way Agent, on projects of local nature, with direction from associated companies Land Management Department with all Right of Way functionality.

* Forecasts, prepares, and analyzes annual capital and operating budgets for the Engineering and Technical Services department.

* Leads effort to meet or exceed internal and external customer satisfaction. Fosters communication and teamwork in a diverse work environment and leads by example.

* Manages company resources in programs relating to designing and maintaining safety in construction and maintenance activities.

* Ensure work is in conformance and/or compliance with federal pipeline safety codes (DOT Part 190, through 199), good engineering practices and state and local statutes and requirements. Interprets code and provides input to management to modify programs, as necessary, to meet pipeline safety compliance.

* Stay abreast with all federal, state, and local laws and requirements dealing with day-to-day natural gas pipeline operations. Responds and supervises, as necessary, to emergency conditions throughout the local service area.

* Perform various engineering calculations such as SMYS, Bending, External Loading, Blasting, Etc.

* Analyzes gas piping systems through the use of Synergi Gas, and makes recommendations for system improvements to District Managers. Communicates with local Districts to continually assess, monitor and make recommendations for ensured system reliability.

* Design and create construction drawings for Interconnects, Regulator Stations, and Large Metering Stations in conjunction with the Measurement personnel.

* Support Wireless, RF and digital signal communications processes.

* Installation and maintenance of communication equipment specific to company hardware and software.

* Plan and support execution of statewide network for communication with gas meters and measurement equipment.

* RF programming and troubleshooting.

* Work closely with all District Personnel and provide various support functionality.

* All other related duties as required.

* This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

* Position requires occasional travel throughout UESG territories

* This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* BS Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Petroleum, Communications) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Two (2) years of Gas Utility, Corrosion Engineering or Communications experience preferred.

* Knowledge of hydraulic modeling/system analysis, preferred.

* Must have knowledge of GIS/CAD Systems.

* Must have knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and fuel gas engineering practices.

* Underground construction knowledge preferred.

* Gas Measurement knowledge preferred.

* Understanding of corrosion control techniques preferred.

* Understanding of Land Use, Easements and Rights of Way applications

* Must have excellent verbal/written communications skills.

* Competent computer skills in Microsoft word and excel.

* Must possess a working knowledge of DOT, State, and Company policies and procedures including CFR's Part 199, 191, 192, AZ Revised Statutes, AZ Administrative Code, and Company O&M, Emergency, Construction, Engineering, Measurement, Corrosion, and General Procedures.

* Valid AZ driver's license and will submit to Company pre-employment and DOT/PHMSA random drug testing as required.

* Must be able to travel extensively, including overnight travel and on a moment's notice.

All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Salary Zone: P-2

Last HR Review Date: May 2024

Open until filled.

Pay Rate: $62,000 DOE

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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