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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Brown and Caldwell

Construction Inspector ( Electrical )

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Construction background highly preferred as well as having worked in a resident/field/quality assurance oversight capacity on projects that involved water and wastewater treatment and construction....

Brown and Caldwell

Construction Engineer / Inspector

  • Sunrise, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunrise, FL
  • 5 days ago

Provide construction management oversight and onsite Resident Engineering for stormwater, wastewater and infrastructure projects....

Treatment as well as Food and Beverage Wastewater Treatment....

Building Energy Inspector (Myrtle Beach, SC)

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 15 hours ago

Building Energy Inspector (Myrtle Beach, SC) PEG, LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: $47,600.00 per year employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Building Energy Inspector (Myrtle...

Utility Systems Inspector

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Outlook High school diploma or GED Driver's License Computer skills Construction Entry level Full Job Description Loudoun Water, located in Ashburn VA, is a public utility that provides water and wastewater...

Quality inspector

  • Adelanto, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Adelanto, CA
  • 15 hours ago

wound cores for conformance to specifications.Measures dimensions of product to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.Works with low and high...

Natural Gas Utility Inspector

  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 hours ago

+ Evaluate the job, construction route, and be familiar with the traffic flow prior to project start. + As may be required by the client scope of work, walk door to door, meeting with all...

Independent Contractor - Construction Inspector

  • Beckley, WV
  • 16 hours ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 16 hours ago

The Thrasher Group, Inc. is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a rich resume of project success all throughout the Mid-Atlantic region....

Highway Construction Inspector

  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 16 hours ago

The Thrasher Group, Inc. is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a rich resume of project success all throughout the Mid-Atlantic region....

Construction Inspector

  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 16 hours ago

The Thrasher Group, Inc. is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a rich resume of project success all throughout the Mid-Atlantic region....

Fire Inspection Technician

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 hours ago

Fire Inspection Technician 3D Security is looking for a Fire Alarm Inspection Technician with experience in fire alarm systems. If you have this type of experience and wish to be part of a job...

Railroad Track Inspector

  • ID
  • 16 hours ago
  • ID
  • 16 hours ago

Who WE are: RailPros is the premier provider of engineering and diversified safety services to America's rail and transit industry. Driven by a passion for our people, clients, and communities, we...

Senior Electrical Construction Inspector

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 19 hours ago

Experience in water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, water or wastewater treatment plants, and other electrical systems related to municipal infrastructure is preferred....

Wastewater Plant-Pretreatment Inspector

  • McAllen, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • McAllen, TX
  • 19 hours ago

Under general supervision, the Pretreatment Inspector performs inspections and collection of samples of commercial and industrial discharges in order to ensure compliance with Federal, State and...

Inspector

  • Big Spring, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Big Spring, TX
  • 20 hours ago

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic and innovative company that values versatility, growth, and teamwork? Look no further than Delek US Holdings! WHAT IS DELEK? WHAT DO WE DO? We are a...

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Quality Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.0%
High School or GED
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.6%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Master's Degree
9.7%
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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