Utilities Quality Specialist Jobs

A Utilities Quality Specialist works in the utilities industry to ensure the quality and compliance of the utilities' operations according to regulatory standards. Their responsibilities include developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols, carrying out audits, and identifying areas of improvement. They scrutinize procedures, systems, and specifications to identify irregularities or non-compliance and take prompt corrective actions. They also coordinate with different teams to enhance operational efficiency and utility safety. They play a crucial role in risk assessment, failure analysis reporting, and solving technical issues related to quality.

A Utilities Quality Specialist should have a good understanding of quality assurance principles, compliance regulations, and utilities industry specifics. They should possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Strong technical knowledge related to utility operations, proficiency in using quality management software, and attention to detail are also essential. Professional certification like Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) can be advantageous for this role. Prior roles for a person considering to become a Utilities Quality Specialist could include positions such as Quality Assurance Analyst, Quality Control Inspector, or Utilities Engineer.

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Reservoir Quality Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Entity: Production & Operations Job Family Group: Subsurface Group Job Description: Role Synopsis We are hiring for a Houston-based individual contributor Reservoir Quality (RQ) position within...

Quality Control (QC) Inspection Technician - Aerospace Manufacturing

  • Burlington, MA
  • 29 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 29 days ago

Emerging from MIT, Poly6 is an exciting, innovative manufacturing company that specializes in the development and production of advanced additive manufacturing and ceramic components for aerospace...

Traction Power Inspector

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Basic Function Under moderate supervision, performs preventive and corrective maintenance to high, medium, and low voltage electrical equipment and traction power substations, overhead catenary,...

Fire Alarm Inspector

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 13 hours ago

service or customer service Preferred Experience (but not required): Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronics, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation Convergint...

Electrical Inspector

  • Moon Township, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 13 hours ago

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master Electrician license and experience in water/wastewater infrastructure....

Caleb Brett - Petroleum Inspector - Entry Level

  • Channelview, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Channelview, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Petroleum Inspector - Travel To Client Sites Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a petroleum...

Civil Inspector

  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Civil Inspector - Farmers Branch, Texas Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Civil...

Date Posted: 2025-08-07 Country: United States of America Location: AZ204: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9020 9000 South Rita Rd Building 9020, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen,...

Public Works Construction Inspector

  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 hours ago

distribution systems, water and wastewater treatment plants....

Construction Inspector

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 16 hours ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 16 hours ago

The Opportunity: Tetra Tech has an opening for a Construction Inspector/Observer whose primary duties include inspection and observation of water and sewer utility construction in and around...

Visual Inspector III

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 16 hours ago

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries...

L&I Elevator Inspector 2

  • Tukwila, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 19 hours ago

Join our Elevator team in the Field Services and Public Safety Program and work in a positive, goal-oriented atmosphere....

Remote Work

Powerline Inspector

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 20 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 20 hours ago

Powerline Inspector Posted Date 3 days ago (8/14/2025 5:58 PM) Job ID 2025-12038 Location : City Carlsbad Location : State/Province NM Overview We put the unity in "opportunity." Opportunity...

Quality Specialist

  • Westerville, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 1 day ago

Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction....

State of Alaska Water Distribution I and Wastewater Collection I Operator Certificate at time of application....

Utilities Quality Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Learn about how the quality of water is a direct result of complex bio-geo-chemical interactions, and about how to use these processes to mitigate water quality issues. Interested in environmental...
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Salary for Utilities Quality Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Quality Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.5%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Quality Specialists
Less than 1 year
37.6%
None
33.7%
2-4 years
15.1%
1-2 years
10.2%
6-8 years
3.3%


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