Technical Training Gas Qualification Specialist

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.
Essential Functions

• 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, through effective communication and tailboarding. 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, both employees and contractors, bases on field 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.

Required Qualifications For Position

• 2+ years of natural gas Field Operations experience in the natural gas industry
• Knowledge of DOT CFR 49 part 192 subpart N (the OQ rule)
• Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and provide feedback
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft products
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge in technical discipline for which incumbent is performing evaluations
• Good understanding of specific work methods, procedures and manufacture instruction, including all safety practices.
• Knowledge of testing and certification concepts, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192, GO-112F, ASME B-31Q.
• Basic leadership and collaboration skills
• Customer service skills
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Travel is expected based on business needs within the NiSource service territory.

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• Prior Training experience
• CompTIA Security+ Certification Upon Hire
• Knowledge of NiSource Common OQ series tasks list and testing and security protocols.
• Knowledge of EWN, one system of record for Operator Qualifications
• Knowledge of state specific Gas Standards.

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

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

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, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, 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. 

Salary Range:

$79,800.00 - $119,600.00

Posting Start Date:

2025-02-17

Posting End Date (if applicable):

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.