OQ Evaluator - Clarksburg, WV

Hope Gas; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Hope Gas is looking for an Operator Qualification Evaluator to ensure workforce competency and regulatory compliance. This role involves assessing training effectiveness, administering evaluations, and partnering with teams to design qualification activities while maintaining operational efficiency.

Candidates should have at least one year of experience with natural gas pipelines, a commitment to safety, and the ability to communicate professionally. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a company-matched 401(k).

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience with natural gas pipelines and utility facilities.
• Must possess or obtain a class D driver’s license with a medical certificate.
• Knowledge of DOT CFR Part 192 Subpart N regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess employee knowledge and skills for qualification evaluations.
• Maintain records and report evaluation results to stakeholders.
• Analyze metrics and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Evaluate personnel competency impartially

Objectively analyze evaluation results

Communicate clearly

Remain professional under pressure

Prioritize workflow

Organize and manage time

Advocate a strong safety culture

Be digitally literate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Job description

Joining the Hope Gas team means being part of a company that truly values its employees and fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment. We have built a strong reputation in West Virginia by prioritizing our commitment to the local community and the well‑being of our dedicated team. With the state's abundant natural resources and thriving energy sector, Hope Gas offers the perfect platform for ambitious individuals seeking career growth and stability. Not only will you find fulfilling opportunities with us, but you will also contribute to the sustainable growth and prosperity of West Virginia through community engagement and environmental stewardship. We invite you to join us and become an integral part of our future together.

Position Summary

The Operator Qualification Evaluator provides personnel with an objective and consistent process of verifying the knowledge, skills and abilities of covered tasks as it relates to Operator Qualification (OQ) plans. The Evaluator delivers and administers a comprehensive operator qualification program that ensures workforce competency, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Responsibilities include evaluating training effectiveness, conducting training needs analyses, and partnering with Operations, Management, and the Training team to design, schedule, and execute qualification activities with minimal operational impact. The Evaluator independently administers and proctors operator evaluations, assesses employee performance, documents results, and recommends continuous improvements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess employee knowledge, skills, and abilities in accordance with established criteria, determining pass or fail outcomes for qualification evaluations.
• Maintain an objective and consistent process when proctoring digital OQ exams and administering OQ performance evaluations as required by the program.
• Coordinate with outside departments to conduct both initial OQs and subsequent requalification of company employees efficiently, minimizing personnel time away from primary duties.
• Maintain records and report evaluation results to internal stakeholders.
• Analyze metrics, recommending process improvements as appropriate, including sharing new ideas for tools, processes, and procedures.
• Maintain all equipment in the operator qualification lab, ensuring appropriate stock of evaluation materials.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Serve as an individual contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute toward team goals and objectives.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Evaluate personnel competency impartially through physical demonstrations, simulations, and on‑the‑job observations.
• Objectively analyze evaluation results, identifying patterns, risks, and systematic skill gaps.
• Communicate clearly, explaining outcomes and decisions confidently and professionally.
• Remain professional, calm, and confident under pressure, exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Prioritize workflow and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organize and manage time with great attention to detail.
• Advocate a strong safety culture, recognizing and resolving unsafe conditions.
• Be digitally literate and familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Understand technical skills required for pipeline construction covered tasks.
• Understand abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) and assess personnel’s ability to recognize and react appropriately.
• Operate small hand and power tools.
• Understanding of people‑management techniques and adult learning principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with OQ systems and training record systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of Industrial Training Services (ITS Onboard) is preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT CFR Part 192 Subpart N and related regulations (OSHA, DOT, PHMSA, etc.) is preferred.

Education & Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one (1) year of experience working with natural gas pipelines and related utility facilities required.
• Must possess or obtain a class D driver’s license with a medical certificate within three (3) months of hire and maintain it.
• Three (3) years of experience with natural gas pipelines and related utility facilities preferred.
• Previous OQ evaluator or instructor experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work in laboratory, field, and operational environments, including gas facilities and active construction sites.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work at varying elevations for extended periods.
• Lift and carry equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Observe work activities, read instruments, procedures, and electronic devices.
• Communicate clearly in field and classroom settings.
• Travel between work locations and operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Work outdoors in varied weather and environmental conditions.
• Maintain situational awareness in active operational areas while wearing required PPE.

Work Context

• Travel for work up to 50%, including overnight stays as necessary for OQ objectives.
• This is a full‑time exempt salaried position.

Benefits

Hope Gas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health (medical, dental, vision), FSA, HSA, company‑matched 401(k), life insurance, sickness benefits, paid vacation, paid holidays, floating holidays, sick time, and additional programs such as adoption assistance, auto/home insurance, and education assistance. These benefits support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.