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POSITION SUMMARY
The Gas Measurement & Transportation Analyst is responsible for supporting gas measurement and transportation activities by monitoring gas measurement and gas quality data, identifying irregularities, and helping resolve measurement issues. The Analyst reviews meter tests and gas samples, tracks and reports imbalances, supports monthly measurement estimates and actualizations, and assists with billing and system close activities. The Analyst also supports Electronic Bulletin Board access and informational postings and responds to customer inquiries and data requests. This role contributes to accurate gas measurement records, timely reporting, effective coordination with internal teams, producers, pool operators, and gas marketers, and serves as backup support to Gas Control as needed.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitors historical gas measurement and gas quality readings and identifies irregularities requiring review or resolution.
- Partners with gas measurement specialists, chart integrators, and producers to help resolve measurement issues.
- Reviews meter tests and gas samples to support compliance with Hope Gas system operating requirements.
- Tracks and reports imbalances with third-party producers, pool operators, and downstream transmission pipelines.
- Reviews monthly Estimated Flowing Supply for gas marketers and works with marketers to adjust nominations to minimize imbalances.
- Calculates and invoices pool operators for Production Gathering & Aggregation Service and Pipeline Replacement and Expansion fees.
- Assists with monthly measurement estimates, actualizations, and scheduled system closes.
- Supports user setup and access administration for Hope Gas’s Electronic Bulletin Board.
- Submits informational postings through the Company’s Electronic Bulletin Board to notify internal and external users of system maintenance, outages, rate changes, and finalized production statements.
- Trained and qualified to provide backup support to Gas Control as needed.
- The Gas Measurement & Transportation Analyst may provide guidance to less experienced staff and may help coordinate team activities and project tasks to support department operations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
- Support and contribute towards team goals and objectives.
LEVELING
The Gas Measurement & Transportation Analyst performs work with limited direction and applies seasoned professional knowledge to complex and diverse assignments, exercises judgment in resolving issues, makes significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts, and may coordinate aspects of work performed by others.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
- General knowledge of natural gas gathering, transportation, and distribution processes.
- Knowledge of gas measurement, gas quality, imbalance tracking, and related reporting concepts.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Ability to review data, identify irregularities, and support timely resolution of measurement issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, producers, pool operators, gas marketers, and customers.
- Ability to support accurate billing, reporting, system access, and informational posting activities.
EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, economics, or related field -and-
- At least 5 years of experience in natural gas operations, or closely related field.
– OR –
- High School Diploma or equivalent -and-
- At least 9 years of experience in natural gas operations, or closely related field.
Preferred:
- Experience supporting gas measurement, imbalance tracking, or related natural gas operations or transportation activities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must be able to fulfil the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Remain stationary for extended periods, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities.
- Lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
- Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery as necessary.
- Communicate with others to accurately exchange information and ideas.
- Hear sufficiently to allow general and phone communications.
- Visual acuity to read standard text on screens and documents, observe surroundings, recognize hazards, and perform tasks safely.
- Observe details at close range.
- Problem solve, prioritize tasks, and interpret and understand written documents.
WORK CONTEXT
- This is a full-time exempt salaried position.
- Minimum travel for work-related purposes is expected at less than 25%, which includes some overnight visits to locations and industry events.
At Hope Utilities, we know that great people are the foundation of our success, and we’re committed to helping our employees thrive both at work and in life. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being. From medical, dental, and vision coverage to retirement savings with company matching contributions, we invest in your success every step of the way. Employees also enjoy paid time off, holidays, and leave programs that encourage work-life balance, along with valuable extras such as wellness resources, identity protection, legal benefits, and employee discounts. At Hope Utilities, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find a workplace that values, supports, and invests in you.