Gas System Operator

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Date: Oct 30, 2025

Location: Bridgewater, NJ, US

Company: PSEG

 
Requisition: 82906
 
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
 
Salary Range: $ 91,100 - $ 144,200
 
Work Location Category: Onsite
 
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

 

We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.
In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:
1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week 
3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

 

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

 

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

 

Job Summary

GSOC, the Gas System Operations Center, is responsible for the 24x7 monitoring and operation of PSE&G’s Gas Transmission and Distribution System. 


The GSOC Gas Systems Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the mission-critical transmission and distribution systems.  Responsible for the daily operations activities and coordination with multiple departments to deliver natural gas safely, economically, and efficiently to PSE&G’s customers.
 

Job Responsibilities

  • Monitor and control gate station outlet pressures to achieve the following objectives: control distribution system pressures to ensure the integrity of the system and manage deliveries to match gas supply with demand and forecasted load requirements. 
  • Monitor gas supplies for heat content, quality and odorization.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with other groups from pipeline suppliers and the field to address system issues. 
  • Diagnose and respond to system abnormalities. 
  • Department of Transportation requirements: random drug and alcohol testing, compliance with Operator Qualification rules. 
  • Must take training to ensure the ability to recognize unusual gas system conditions and respond appropriately. 
  • Require rotating 12-hour shift schedule and overtime as needed and must maintain a valid U. S. drivers’ license. 

Job Specific Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 5 year’s relevant experience in gas distribution, production or equivalent.
  • Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and overtime as needed.
  • Practical working knowledge of all gas system components including natural gas metering stations, major gas mains, and gas regulation.
  • Demonstrated strong math and estimating skills, a basic understanding of the mechanics of pressure and control systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, and to follow written instructions.
  • Must be decisive and perform under stress in emergencies and work effectively with others.
  • Must be adept at reading maps, blueprints and piping schematics.
  • Must be able to identify and respond to all audio and color-coordinated visual alarms.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid U. S. drivers’ license and a safe driving record.
  • Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

 

Desired:

 

  • Possess computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Internet, Intranet, SAP, etc.)
  • Experience in gas control and/or gas scheduling work.
  • Candidate demonstrates interest in moving up to GSOC System Operations Supervisor. 

 

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

 

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. 
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. 
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire.  Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI. 

 

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. 
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com.  Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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