QA/QC Specialist

PSEG.com; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

PSEG Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is seeking a quality control professional to observe, document, and assess construction tasks and safety on PSE&G sites. You will ensure adherence to gas construction standards and safety procedures while reporting observations both verbally and in writing.

The role covers multiple New Jersey locations; it requires strong regulatory knowledge, field oversight experience, and the ability to lead during emergency responses. DOT safety rules apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control/ assurance, compliance related work or similar discipline.
• Knowledge of welding practices, procedures, or inspection requirements associated with gas distribution construction.
• Experience working in a construction environment.
• Capable of understanding critical process and design and the ability to research related documentation in order to support observations.
• The ability to provide direction and instruction and assume a leadership role as required during emergency response.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately communicate observations verbally and in writing
• Understanding of PSEG Construction Standards, PSEG Safety Standards and Procedures, PSE&G
• Emergency Procedures Manual and other related supporting documentation.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate all aspects of the tasks being performed when on-site, record observations and report them verbally and in writing using an electronic database.
• Ability to learn and apply methods and tools used in equipment calibration to ensure critical tolerances are acceptable.
• Must have the ability to recognize, stop and correct working conditions as appropriate.
• Must be self-directed and conduct business with a high level of professionalism, teamwork, and cooperation
• Demonstrated leadership behaviors
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and a safe driving record
• Safety sensitive position; DOT testing required
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Utility experience
• Experience performing QA/QC inspections or field oversight of Transmission and M&R.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and document the degree and employment of, ability, skills, and expertise required of associates and contractors individually and as part of a crew to perform particular tasks in a manner that meets the expectations set forth by the company.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements applied to gas construction, leak management and NJ One Call Requirements and be able to accurately report on the status of compliance regarding regulated activities.
• Schedule and conduct quality auditing, surveillance, observations, and evaluations and may be required to perform self-assessments.
• Observe and record trench size, backfill cushion, backfill compaction lifts, plating, shoring/ ladder requirements, etc.
• Verify and document requirements for and use of NJ One Call, permitting, 911 response – mandatory notifications, (BPU, etc.) GDS and PSEG Safety Standard adherence. Document and report areas requiring repair or review as a possible acceptable exception to a normal standard using automated reporting applications.
• May be required to participate in the development and implementation of corrective action plans, root cause analyses and lessons learned as well as data analysis, mitigation and report preparation and presentation.
• As an employee of PSE&G, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and your regular work schedule.
• You may also be required to work in an alternate location.

Skills

Quality control

Documentation skills

Regulatory knowledge

Construction experience

Emergency leadership

Communication (written)

PSEG standards

Safety procedures

Calibration methods

Driver license

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition: 84221
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 93,600 - $ 148,200
Work Location Category: Hybrid
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:
- Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
- Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered.

This position is part of PSE&G’s Centralized Services Quality Control and Assurance group supporting Gas Operations. The incumbent will be required to observe and document construction tasks, safety procedures and customer interactions that occur on PSE&G crew and PSE&G contractor work sites. The purpose of these job-site observations and evaluations will be to ensure adherence to approved gas construction standards, safety equipment use and safe work procedures in the effort to achieve the highest criteria for quality as it applies to workmanship, materials and equipment use in the gas business unit. Candidates must maintain and apply working knowledge of PSEG Construction and Safety Standards, Emergency Response policies and procedures and be able to recognize, stop and correct unsafe or inappropriate conditions or circumstances when observed.

*This position includes reporting to the following locations/ territories in NJ: Oakland, Oradell, Clifton, Orange, Summit, Harrison, Jersey City, Plainfield, New Brunswick, Trenton, Burlington, Audubon.

Job Responsibilities

• Recognize and document the degree and employment of, ability, skills, and expertise required of associates and contractors individually and as part of a crew to perform particular tasks in a manner that meets the expectations set forth by the company.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements applied to gas construction, leak management and NJ One Call Requirements and be able to accurately report on the status of compliance regarding regulated activities.
• Schedule and conduct quality auditing, surveillance, observations, and evaluations and may be required to perform self-assessments.
• Observe and record trench size, backfill cushion, backfill compaction lifts, plating, shoring/ ladder requirements, etc.
• Verify and document requirements for and use of NJ One Call, permitting, 911 response – mandatory notifications, (BPU, etc.) GDS and PSEG Safety Standard adherence. Document and report areas requiring repair or review as a possible acceptable exception to a normal standard using automated reporting applications.
• May be required to participate in the development and implementation of corrective action plans, root cause analyses and lessons learned as well as data analysis, mitigation and report preparation and presentation.
• As an employee of PSE&G, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and your regular work schedule.
• You may also be required to work in an alternate location.

Job Specific Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control/ assurance, compliance related work or similar discipline.
• Knowledge of welding practices, procedures, or inspection requirements associated with gas distribution construction.
• Experience working in a construction environment.
• Capable of understanding critical process and design and the ability to research related documentation in order to support observations.
• The ability to provide direction and instruction and assume a leadership role as required during emergency response.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately communicate observations verbally and in writing
• Understanding of PSEG Construction Standards, PSEG Safety Standards and Procedures, PSE&G
• Emergency Procedures Manual and other related supporting documentation.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate all aspects of the tasks being performed when on-site, record observations and report them verbally and in writing using an electronic database.
• Ability to learn and apply methods and tools used in equipment calibration to ensure critical tolerances are acceptable.
• Must have the ability to recognize, stop and correct working conditions as appropriate.
• Must be self-directed and conduct business with a high level of professionalism, teamwork, and cooperation
• Demonstrated leadership behaviors
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe driving record
• Safety sensitive position; DOT testing required
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Utility experience
• Experience performing QA/QC inspections or field oversight of Transmission and M&R.

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a "Generally Authorized" destination on theattached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a "Protected Individual" under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [e-mail]. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision. ADDITIONAL EEO INFORMATION Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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