Chesapeake Utilities

Operations QA Specialist II

Chesapeake Utilities  •  Delaware, OH (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Quality Assurance Specialist II

Delaware

Your role in our success:

The Quality Assurance Specialist II is responsible for auditing construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency response in order to identify opportunities and recommendations for improvement. This role ensures work processes are adequate, effective, and ensure safe, reliable, and uninterrupted energy delivery in conformance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as all company policies and procedures.

The Quality Assurance Specialist II is the intermediate level in this classification. At this level, the role is expected to work independently, or as part of a team, with minimal supervision and to develop advanced skills.

What you'll be working on:

  • Performs audits to verify that construction installation, maintenance, and emergency response activities involving Chesapeake Utilities' energy delivery assets meet internal policies and standards as well as all appropriate federal, state, and local code requirements. This includes the installation of main, services, meter sets, line locating, leak survey, and any other covered task the Company determines needs to be audited.
  • Documents audit findings and makes corrective action recommendations. This includes recommendations for updated policies and procedures, suspension and/or disqualification on covered tasks, and remedial training.
  • Ensures that business relationships with employees, outside contractors, and third parties are professional, constructive, and beneficial to all parties; represents the Company's Vision and Mission values in its interactions with all internal and external parties.
  • Works closely with and coordinates with the Construction Services, Field Services, and District Operations Managers to ensure that all projects are appropriately reviewed and verified.
  • Assists with the onboarding of new contractor crews.
  • Monitors material suppliers, material storage, and works with Engineering on material failures working toward continuous improvement.
  • Completes audits of records and relevant project documents (i.e., service cards, permits, and as-built drawings).
  • Collects and analyzes data on company processes and procedures and arranges the data in reports for management.

Who you are:

Education

  • High School Diploma required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred

Experience

  • Five (5) years of experience in Quality Assurance or related role required

License

  • Standard Driver's License (non-DOT) required

Certification

  • Operator Qualification (OQ) certification preferred

Knowledge

  • Familiarity with utility industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to natural gas pipelines
  • Familiarity with gas construction practices, trenching, backfilling, welding, and pressure testing
  • Understanding of natural gas infrastructure including pipelines, valves, meters, regulators, and compressor stations
  • Awareness of OSHA safety standards and state-specific utility regulations
  • Understanding of OQ requirements and how they apply to field personnel and contractors

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of gas construction standards and safety protocols
  • Proficiency in MS Office and other business software
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What’s in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Fantastic opportunities for career growth
  • Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
  • Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
  • Monthly recognition events
  • Endless wellness initiatives and community events
  • Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
  • Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com

Chesapeake Utilities

About Chesapeake Utilities

Chesapeake Utilities distributes natural gas to approximately 75,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in Delaware and Maryland. Our Delaware Division serves southern New Castle County and is the only natural gas distribution system serving Delaware’s Kent and Sussex Counties. Our Maryland Division operates the only natural gas distribution system, with the exception of one municipal system, on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Chesapeake Utilities is the natural gas distribution subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK), a diversified utility company engaged in natural gas distribution, transmission and marketing; electric distribution; propane gas distribution and wholesale marketing; advanced information services and other related services. Information about the Chesapeake family of businesses is available at www.chpk.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Dover, Delaware
Year Founded
1859
Website
chpk.com
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