Operator Qualification OQ Evaluator

Operator Qualification OQ Evaluator

Description

This position is responsible for conducting written and practical operator qualification evaluations of Southern Company Gas operations employees. The evaluators are responsible to ensure employees are qualified to perform tasks properly and safely inaccordance to compliance standards with Federal and State regulaltions as well as with company operating and maintenance procedures. The evaluators will be held accountable for accurate and timely evaluations to ensure employees remain in compliance. Evaluators will communicate any gaps observed while performing evaluations to drive change in training, policies and procedures. In addition, the evaluators will assist with field operations leadership in On the Job training (OJT) of operation employees.

Job Responsibilities

Functional Expertise:

• Performs operator qualification evaluations, written, simulated and on-the-job training to evaluate field personnel compliance with company policies and procedures which are driven by Federal and State regulations as well as industry best practices and company-required requirements in 3-4 or more of the following areas:

oContruction Operations

oField Operaitons – Service & Distribution

oLeak Survey

oAsset Protection

oSystem Operations

oTransmission

oStorage/Peaking

oCorrosion

oField Training/Welding

Business Acumen:

• Recommends updates/revisions to policies, procedures, training or O&M manuals based field observations where procedures may not be followed because they are not clear, incorrect or non-existent 1

Engagement:

• Delivers constructive feedback to evaluated employee and reporting supervisor on employees areas of opportunity.

• Reports daily evaluation results to OQ Training Manager and Analyst in a clear and concise manner; input and monitor data in available systems

Driving Results:

• Promotes safe work practices by shutting down job if unsafe situation is encounterd during an evaluation or if activity affecting the integrity of the pipeline does not meet company standards

• Prepares evaluation report and communicates evaluation results to the evaluated employee, the reporting supervisors and OQ training manager

• Recommends additional training, if deemed necessary, for field personnel based on results of the evaluation

• Evaluates employee performance for safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience in any of the following:

oConstruction Operations, Field Operations, System Operations, Transmission, Storage, Corrosion, Field Training/Welding, Leak Survey, Asset Protection and Affiliate Companies

Related Work Experience:

Required:

• 3 years operations experience in a gas utility in a field operating departments

Preferred:

• 5 years extensive field operations experience in a gas utility, with 2 years experience as an OQ Evaluator

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

Thorough understanding of company policies, procedures and O&M manuals

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and managers

Ability to effectively communicate assessment findings

Departmental training technologies (PlayerLync, Sharepoint, LearningSOurce, etc.) – basic proficiency

MS Excel - basic proficiency

MS Word - basic proficiency

MS PowerPoint - basic proficiency

MS Teams

Preferred:

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Occasional Travel. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights.

Requires constant standing or walking.

Requires requires the ablitiy to bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Requires work in both field and office environments.

Requires ability to safely operate company vehicle.

May/will work near or with moving mechanical parts.

May/will be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals.

Will be exposed to varying outdoor weather conditions.

May/will be exposed to excessive noise.

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-North Georgia-Ball Ground

Operating Company: Atlanta Gas Light

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Cherokee Depot - 357 Wilbanks Dr. (357BallGroundCODE)

357 Wilbanks Dr.

Ball Ground, 30107

Req ID: GAS2004444