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This is done through computer-based testing and hands-on skills evaluations for individuals working on natural gas facilities.\nPeriodic day travel and occasional overnights could be required as part of this position, typically within Indiana, Ohio and surrounding states.\nThis position will be based in a home office.\nOQ Evaluator Responsibilities:\nProvide a comfortable and judgement-free testing environment\nComfortable using computers for testing and an iPad for skill submittals\nUnderstand state and federal regulations that apply to Operator Qualification\nUnderstand and implement the operator’s policies and procedures\nAbility to be qualified by ITS, EWN, NiSource, Veriforce, Centerpoint to perform evaluations\nFollow all safety procedures related to the tasks\nTypical tasks evaluated:\nPlastic Pipe Joining\nUtility Locating\nCorrosion Control\nLeak Survey\nInstallation of Customer Service Lines and Meters\nPipeline Installation, Maintenance, and Operation\nOQ Evaluator Requirements:\nStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills (English language)\nExcellent people management skills\nFlexibility with scheduling\nAbility to handle multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously without compromising quality of work or safety\nMechanical aptitude\nTroubleshooting skills\nAnalyze situations, make informed decisions, take necessary actions, and notify supervisors of any exceptions to standard processes.\nProvide personal vehicle (company mileage reimbursable)\nDiscretion when dealing with confidential information\nGood record of safe work practices\nAbility to pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol screening · Ability to pass random Drug and Alcohol screenings\nAbility to stand for several hours at a time\nPreferred Skills:\n15+ years’ experience working on or around natural gas pipelines\nBroad skill set covering all tasks performed on a pipeline\nWorking knowledge and experience with 49 CFR Parts 192\nOSHA 10 and/or other industry safety training/qualifications\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour\nBenefits:\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nRetirement plan\nVision insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"Utilitytechnologiesinternational","rawCompany":"utilitytechnologiesinternational","city":"Covington","state":"LA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:22:41.566Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-8092.00","title":"Gas Plant Operators","slug":"gas-plant-operators"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"47-2152.00","title":"Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters","slug":"plumbers-pipefitters-and-steamfitters"}],"industries":[{"code":"486210","title":"Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas","slug":"pipeline-transportation-of-natural-gas"},{"code":"221210","title":"Natural Gas Distribution","slug":"natural-gas-distribution"},{"code":"486990","title":"All Other Pipeline Transportation","slug":"all-other-pipeline-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Operator Qualification (OQ) Evaluator","description":"Operator Qualification (OQ) Evaluator\nJob Description\nUTI is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Operator Qualification (OQ) Evaluator position. 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