Trainer and OQ Evaluator - Minnesota, United States

Primoris Gas Operations which consist of companies such as Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services, Snelson and Pipejacking Trenchless has over 60 years of experience working in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this time, we have maintained numerous custome ...

Job description

Primoris Gas Operations which consist of companies such as Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services, Snelson and Pipejacking Trenchless has over 60 years of experience working in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this time, we have maintained numerous customer relationships spanning more than two decades. Providing a safe environment, quality workmanship, and exceptional value to our customers is the foremost focus of our operations.

We have an immediate opening for an Operator Qualification Evaluator/Trainer to support our Little Canada, MN. location.

Job Summary: 

The Operator Qualification Evaluator/Trainer will be responsible for delivering comprehensive training programs to ensure that operators meet industry qualification standards and adhere to safety protocols. The training will utilize various methods, including classroom instruction and hands-on experiences in the field. 

The OQ Proctor Trainer will also support operational units in qualifying and training personnel who perform DOT-regulated pipeline tasks, ensuring compliance with federal and applicable state pipeline safety regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Conducting training sessions to educate operators on safe operational standards.
• Evaluating and documenting trainee performance to ensure qualifications are met.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions, assessments, and operator qualifications.
• Ensuring all training materials align with industry regulations and company policies.
• Interacts with operations employees and supervisors to provide training on covered tasks, both in the classroom and hands on instruction in various field or simulated settings.
• Observes and evaluates manual skills performance in an objective and consistent manner.
• Prepares, organizes, and submits OQ task documentation.
• Collaborate with business partners and internal or external subject matter experts.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes to continuously improve training content and methods.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 3 years Natural Gas Distribution experience.
• Previous experience in training or mentoring roles, particularly within the gas or pipeline industry, is highly desirable.
• Ability to demonstrate a fundamental understanding of "OQ Rule," 49 CFR Part 192.
• Employees in this position will demonstrate knowledge of the OQ Law.
• Must possess the required knowledge to ascertain an individual's ability to perform covered tasks and to substantiate an individual's ability to recognize and react appropriately to abnormal operating conditions that might occur while performing these activities. 
• Must be organized and able to recognize opportunities for observation based operator qualification in a verity of settings.
• Proven communication and presentation skills, oral and written, with ability to communicate with a variety of individuals and personalities at all levels internally and outside the organization.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office.
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex training and employee issues/problems is required.
• Have the ability to deal with frequent changes, delays and unexpected events.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from a supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedules.
• Bilingual (Spanish) desired, but not required.

Working Conditions: 

• This position requires the ability to work in an office, shop setting and on active construction sites. The work environment can vary and may include a controlled office setting, and/or exposure to outside elements.

Q3 Contracting is a drug-free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

The Total Rewards Proposition: 

• Competitive compensation paid weekly. 
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Sick Time Off under the Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

Compensation Range: $60,000-$70,000/ yearly  - DOE

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.Third Party Agency Notice:

Third Party Agency Notice: 

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement. 

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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