Operator Qualification (OQ) Specialist

MidAmerican Energy Company; Adel (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking an Operator Qualification (OQ) Specialist to develop and deliver instructional activities for gas operations in line with federal and state requirements.

The role ensures compliant operator qualification programs, enforces safety practices, and supports ongoing audits, training data management, and vendor/contractor coordination. Strong communication and leadership are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical engineering, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Four years experience in gas operations or similar operations.
• Knowledge of field and plant work practices, bargaining unit agreements, company standards and policies.
• Strong written and oral communication with diverse audiences; leadership abilities.
• Analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills; project management; proficiency with Microsoft Office; drug testing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates and conducts hands-on training in operations procedures, standards and safety.
• Acts as SME for craft issues and cross‑functional teams.
• Develops and evaluates operator qualification programs and documentation.
• Interacts with regulators and auditors; supports compliance and retention policies.
• Coaches and mentors apprentices; conducts field audits and maintains relationships with unions.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership abilities

Analytical thinking

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title:

Operator Qualification (OQ) Specialist

Location:

Adel, IA, United States

Description:

The operator qualification specialist supports the development and delivery of instructional activities associated with gas operations in accordance with Department of Labor, Department of Transportation and Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements. The operator qualification specialist also provides support for: ensuring that all gas operator qualification programs and development of programs complies with company policies, standards and procedures and with local, state and federal regulations; enforcing safety rules and practices; oversight of the operator qualification and apprenticeship training data base, ensuring compliance documentation is accurate, consistent and documented according to retention criteria and is based on consistent procedures.

Responsibilities:

Supports the development, coordination and conducts hands‑on training in operations procedures, standards, equipment, emergency procedures/response, other technical/craft‑specific training and operator qualification. Supports operational training as a subject‑matter expert for specific craft issues and works as part of multi‑function teams to ensure integration of training needs with ancillary work groups that interact with craft personnel. Supports the development and implementation of technical operator qualification evaluations. Provides support to ensures consistent processes and procedures are in place and are the basis of operator qualification. Provide internal consulting services to operating units including all levels of management ensuring current and future regulatory requirements are met. Work as a liaison with state and federal regulators on critical issues (such as incident investigations, policy improvements, participating in program audits). Coach, develop, mentor, lead, and motivate Local Apprenticeship Committees to achieve optimum performance and comply with all company policies and procedures. Proactively identify issues and implement problem solving strategies with apprentices, peers and management. Provides support to ensure MidAmerican Energy Company and contractor operator qualification programs comply with company policies and standards and local, state and federal regulations; enforce safety rules and practices; and are accurate, consistent and documented according to retention criteria. Completes field audits quarterly involving MidAmerican Energy Company and contract employees to ensure operator qualification tasks are being performed accordingly. Maintains effective business relationships with unions. Tests contractor fusers as needed throughout the year. Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in technical engineering, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)
• Four years experience in gas operations or similar operations. Journey‑level certification in gas crafts or similar craft experience preferred.
• Knowledge of field and plant work practices, bargaining unit agreements, company standards and policies related to gas, electric or plant construction, operation and maintenance preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with diverse audiences. Effective interpersonal and leadership abilities with a demonstrated ability to communicate complex information accurately and understandably.
• Demonstrated effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with moderately complex and diverse subjects. Project management skills; demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple large projects concurrently. High degree of individual initiative to complete tasks in a timely manner with quality. Personal computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. This position is subject to Department of Transportation mandated drug testing, including but not limited to random drug testing.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The management team of Berkshire Hathaway Energy reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

About US:

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power‑generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

About the Team:

MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

JOB INFO

Job Identification: 10005484

Job Category: Training

Posting Date: 2026-07-30

Apply Before: 2026-08-15T00:00:00+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Locations: 29813 R Ave, Adel, IA, 50003, US

Salary Range: Not currently offered for this position

Business: MidAmerican Energy Company

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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