Area Manager - East

About the role

The Area Operations Manager is responsible for the supervision of staff that maintain and work with compressors, high- and low-pressure systems, metering and associated equipment. In addition, this position will manage the overall operations of compressor stations and natural gas plants. This includes startup activities to include training staff in the safe and efficient operation of the plant.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide direction to employees within a geographic territory of pipeline and plant facilities consistent with Company and governmental requirements
• Establish and measure work group goals and performance
• Responsible for adhering to operating expense budget and small capital projects budget
• Assure the work group has the resources and information to make informed decisions regarding day to day operation of the facilities in compliance with all company and regulatory requirements
• Serve as the first line of management for customers, landowners and the public interactions. Assure any issues identified by these groups are conveyed to senior management and/or address them locally
• Enforce company policies and procedures and ensure operations are within prescribed guidelines
• Conduct personnel reviews, oversee the career planning and employee development for those employees in the work group
• Assist in the hiring efforts of employees in to the operational area
• Assist in project scope, review, and implementation as needed
• Work with departments such as operations, compression, and measurement personnel to troubleshoot any problems that originate at the field level
• Work independently with little supervision

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 8 years of experience preferred
• Various compressor packages and pipeline knowledge preferred
• Prior experience with natural gas, or associated plants preferred

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of natural gas assets is a must
• Strong ability to interact with Land Owners and Customers
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally via phone, email and personal
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow through on assigned tasks
• Possess a positive attitude and professional demeanor

Skills & Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of natural gas assets is a must
• Strong ability to interact with Land Owners and Customers
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally via phone, email and personal
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow through on assigned tasks
• Possess a positive attitude and professional demeanor

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects
• Able to bend and stoop for filing
• Able to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Able to view computer terminals for long periods of time
• Manual dexterity for operating computer and office equipment, etc.
• Must be reliable and able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to pass a drug screening test as well as a background check
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Work is performed in an office environment and/or field environment
• Available to travel in and out of state

Benefits

• Company Paid Holidays
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Flexible Benefit Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employer Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Program
• 5% Retirement Plan Match

Pay

$160,000 to $202,900

Schedule

Available to travel in and out of state