Gas Qualification Specialist

Description

Job Title: Gas Qualifications Specialist

Job Code:  MS0621

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Job Summary

The Gas Qualification Specialist ensures compliance with DOT CFR 49 part 192 subpart N (the OQ rule) as it relates to qualified personnel. This position performs evaluations in certain technical roles to ensure and promote skill, competence, and overall public and employee safety. This position facilitates written and performance assessments to determine if operations employees in Gas Operations are performing their job functions correctly and safely. Qualification evaluations will focus on a specific area of skill/knowledge including, but not limited to, gas construction and maintenance, leak survey and mark & locate, welding, plastic pipe joining, or measurement and regulation tasks. This position collaborates with subject matter experts in other organizations such as Codes and standards, Engineering, Field Operations and Construction Services. This position contributes toward Safety Management System goals by improving safety and reliability. This position will conduct audit assessments of Third-Party Evaluators while proving qualification exams to our Contractors and employees. The Gas Qualification Specialist will perform qualifications at all OQ satellite locations.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs and administers initial and subsequent evaluations, computer-based qualification tests and field observations of knowledge and skills including new and/or difficult skills and techniques, with general guidance on new assignments.
• Prepares employees for the qualification process, both written/computer testing and field observation. Ensures employees understand the purpose and process.
• Oversees the pass or fail of knowledge and performance operator qualification exams to verify employee knowledge, skills and ability to perform tasks.
• Documents and communicates results to first line supervision, using standardized templates and forms.
• Makes recommendation to leadership on suspension of operator qualification of employees based on field or lab observations and/or competence to perform tasks.
• Provides coaching report and feedback to participants upon completion of the series of tests and observations.
• May provide recommendations and input to improve evaluation, test, observation and coaching tools and processes.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment and props.
• Qualification evaluations will focus on a specific area of skill/knowledge including, but not limited to, leak survey and mark & locate, welding, plastic, or measurement and regulation.
• Work may involve cutting, grinding, and use of hydraulic press to perform destructive testing of welds or plastic fusion coupons.
• “Other duties as assigned.”
• Perform proctoring of exams and skill evaluations at all satellite locations

Required Qualifications for Position

• 3 years of natural gas Field Operations experience or equivalent in the natural gas industry required. 
• Knowledge of state specific Gas Standards.
• Knowledge of NiSource Common OQ series tasks list and testing and security protocols.
• Knowledge of DOT CFR 49 part 192 subpart N (the OQ rule)
• Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively proctor qualifications and provide feedback.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft and apple products
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of EWN the system of record for Operator Qualifications

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Strong knowledge in technical discipline for which incumbent is performing evaluations.
• Prior Training experience
• Good understanding of specific gas related work methods, procedures and manufacture instruction, including all safety practices.
• Knowledge of testing and certification concepts, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of state or federal regulatory requirements that affect the nature in which work is performed. Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192, GO-112F, ASME B-31Q.
• Basic leadership and collaboration skills
• Customer service skills

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Inclusion and Diversity:

• Value inclusion within your day-to-day responsibilities by respecting others' perspectives/convictions, engaging others' opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
• Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
• Treat others with respect and consideration.  Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Safety:

• Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. 
• Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. 
• Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. 
• Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Inclusion & Diversity 
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. 

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