OQ Evaluator and Trainer

18 Primoris Renewable Energy; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Company Holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA

Short/Long Term Disability

401K with matching

Job summary

Primoris Renewable Energy seeks an Onsite OQ Evaluator and Trainer to assess field crews, proctor operator qualifications, and deliver hands-on equipment training for our Registered Apprenticeship Program. You will work with peers and external partners to improve training content and ensure regulatory compliance across solar construction sites.

The role requires 3–5 years in training or solar construction, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain OQ certification within six months.

Qualifications

• onsite relocation to project community is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3-5 years relevant training or solar construction/heavy equipment/natural gas utility experience.
• Must become certified as an Operator Qualification Evaluator within six months (180 days).
• This position requires driving responsibilities and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assess knowledge, skills, and abilities of solar construction and heavy equipment employees to develop and refine training and operator qualifications.
• Proctor tests and function as an Operator Qualification Evaluator under the OQ Plan and OSHA/regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate equipment training for the Registered Apprenticeship Program with hands-on instruction in heavy equipment operation.
• Ensure contractors and field personnel are properly qualified and performing tasks per procedures and regulations.
• Interpret regulations and determine applicability to company policies and procedures.
• Review, improve, and develop training content and apprenticeship curriculum modules.
• Provide technical support to managers, supervisors, and field personnel.
• Input training records into the Learning Management System (LMS).

Skills

Training delivery

Operator Qualification

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

LMS familiarity

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Job Summary

Primoris Renewable Energy is a leading solar construction company dedicated to powering communities with clean, renewable energy across the United States. Our team is purpose-driven, harnessing the power of solar to create sustainable futures, embody core values, and foster a culture of inclusion, safety, and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities, and each other.

This is an onsite position that utilizes solar construction and heavy equipment operations knowledge and experience to interact with field employees and supervisors to observe and evaluate their knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform covered tasks safely and effectively. The OQ Evaluator and Trainer will facilitate equipment training for the company's Registered Apprenticeship Program, delivering hands‑on instruction in heavy equipment operation and related construction skills to support apprentice development and progression. The role may also participate in creating, developing, improving, and delivering high‑quality technical training for employees through distance learning, instructor‑led, and hands‑on training methods. During this process, the OQ Evaluator and Trainer will partner with peers, vendors, industry associations, and both internal and external experts to identify and improve training content to enhance employee task mastery. May work independently or as a member of a team of peer training professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of solar construction and heavy equipment operations employees by performing tasks and assignments that develop and refine technical training and operator qualifications.
• Proctors test and function as an Operator Qualification Evaluator, conducting hands‑on performance evaluations in accordance with the company's Operator Qualification Plan and applicable federal regulations (e.g., OSHA standards, and company safety protocols).
• Facilitate equipment training for the Registered Apprenticeship Program, delivering structured, hands‑on instruction in heavy equipment operation (e.g., excavation, grading, material handling) and related construction competencies to apprentices.
• Ensure contractors and field personnel are properly qualified and are performing covered tasks according to company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the interpretation of regulations and identify their applicability to the Company business and operational policies and procedures.
• Assist in reviewing, improving and/or developing training content and materials, including apprenticeship curriculum modules.
• Provide technical support to managers, supervisors, and field personnel.
• Maintain open communication with Operations personnel, Quality/Safety Management Department personnel, and direct supervisor.
• Input training records into Learning Management System (LMS).

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate special projects, including apprenticeship‑related initiatives or equipment training workshops.
• Assist in the investigation of incidents and accidents.

Qualifications and Requirements

What Is Required

• This is an onsite position and does require temporary relocation to project community.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years relevant training or solar construction/heavy equipment/natural gas utility experience.
• Must become certified as an Operator Qualification Evaluator within six months (180 days).
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license, meet company and insurer standards.
• This is an onsite position requiring regular presence at construction sites, training facilities, or company offices.

What is desired

• Experience performing instructor‑led and hands‑on training is helpful, particularly in facilitating equipment training for apprenticeship programs.
• Fundamental knowledge of adult learning techniques along with classroom presentation, facilitation, and training skills.
• Advanced knowledge of solar construction operations, heavy equipment, maintenance, construction practices, emergency procedures, and applicable State/federal regulations.
• Essential knowledge of Operator Qualification (OQ) requirements, including relevant federal regulations.
• Familiarity with Registered Apprenticeship Program standards, DOL requirements, and competency‑based training delivery.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Fundamental digital literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, guide others, and work effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to explain technical theories, functions, regulations, and procedures clearly and accurately in a team environment.
• Ability to multi‑task with limited supervision.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean‑shaven, long sleeves, steel‑toe boots).
• Must pass a physical exam if required.
• Able to:
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).
  • Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.

Work Location

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops.

Mobility Barriers

• Uneven ground
• Obstructed pathways
• Work at low/high elevations
• Confined workspaces

Environmental Conditions

• Predominantly outdoor work
• Exposure to:
  • Extreme heat or cold
  • Humidity, rain, and other weather conditions
  • Loud noise from tools and machinery
  • Potential chemical exposure

Pay Equity

$70-90k per year

Primoris Renewable Energy provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full‑time schedule. Primoris Renewable Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Company Overview

Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet - shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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