Electrical QA/QC Technician

About the Role

The Mission Critical Quality / Commissioning (QCx) Technician I will work with QCx project teams to implement and apply project specific quality control programs and procedures. The QCx Technician I will also assist the QCx Technician II in the application of QCx specific procedures, checklists, plans, forms, and logs.

Responsibilities

• Embrace the quality culture "Implement Quality from the Start" and coach continuous learning approach that improves project efficiency and quality.
• Identify areas for improvement while adhering to best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
• Support the implementation of the Quality / Commissioning Programs on projects, focusing on core programs including site specific quality plans, policies, and procedures on projects through proactive planning, training, support and by sharing lessons learned.
• Assist in the verification and documentation for all Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment, ensuring the conformance with the approved submittal while adhering to the Equipment Protection Plan.
• Aid the construction team and QCx team to support Foreign Objects and Debris (FOD) inspections prior to Energization on MV / LV SWGR, MV / LV XFMRs, Panelboards etc.
• Assist in the First Time Energization (FTE) process from start to finish.
• Responsible for accurately torquing bolts and fasteners to specified tolerances, ensuring proper assembly and safety standards are met.
• Conduct megger testing on feeder wires to ensure proper insulation resistance and electrical safety compliance.
• Maintains correct and accurate inspection records, torque reports, megger reports, and other related items.
• Contribute to Daily Quality Reports documenting field discrepancies and audit findings while supporting corrective actions.
• Support investigations into quality-related incidents, conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions, establishing preventative measures to minimize future incidents.
• Identify and assess quality risks associated with Mission Critical operations.
• Other duties assigned, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Minimum of 0-1 years' electrical construction, Quality Control, or Commissioning experience required.
• References, Background Check, Drug Screen Testing, Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, submittals, single-line diagrams and other contract documents.
• Ability to work under pressure, while closely tracking QC details of multiple project activities.
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to create documents, analyze data, and communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, hands-on, working environment.
• Experience in a decision-making position, be self-motivated, and have an analytical mindset.
• Capable of collaborating with field and management to understand and implement technological and quality programs.

Working Conditions

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta-Johns).
• Work from all types of ladders and be able to transport/relocate ladders unassisted.
• Employee's personal weight with tools cannot exceed the rated weight capacity of ladders used.
• Perform work at various heights, up to 90 feet from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks and other safe work areas.
• Work in restricted areas (switch gear-room, manholes, utility tunnels and crawl spaces).
• Wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Able to work 40 hours per week plus overtime as required, including the possibility of night shifts.

Physical/Mental Functions

• Positively identify colors of wire and other items as required.
• Must have the ability to safely use the required power tools and test equipment.
• Must be able to safely operate equipment (lift trucks, aerial lifts, etc.).
• Comprehend and practice safe work procedures as outlined in Safety Handbook.
• Operate company trucks with manual and automatic transmission.
• Read and interpret maps, manuals, work site directions, and written instructions.
• Operate and work from mechanical personal lifts (electric or gas powered).
• Must hear and see well (either natural or with correction).
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.
• Able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Tolerant to prolonged standing and movement on foot.
• Climb ladders (all types).
• Complete overhead work for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness Insurances
• 401k with Match
• Access to Ace University: Apprenticeship Program, Leadership Training, Skill Building Classes and much more!