Electrical Quality Control Specialist

Ace Electric • Johnstown, OH

2d

About The Position

The Mission Critical Quality / Commissioning (QCx) Technician works with QCx project teams to implement project-specific quality control programs and procedures. The Technician I assists the Technician II with QCx procedures, checklists, plans, forms, and logs. The role supports quality and commissioning programs on electrical construction projects, including equipment verification, inspections, energization activities, testing, documentation, and corrective actions.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 0–1 years of electrical construction, quality control, or commissioning experience. Work takes place in varied outdoor and construction-site conditions, including restricted spaces and work at heights up to 90 feet. The schedule is 40 hours per week plus overtime as required, potentially including night shifts.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Minimum 0–1 years of electrical construction, Quality Control, or Commissioning experience.
• 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 tracking quality details across multiple project activities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, hands-on work environment.
• Decision-making experience, self-motivation, and an analytical mindset.
• Ability to collaborate with field personnel and management to understand and implement technology and quality programs.
• References, background check, and drug screening are required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to work 40 hours per week plus overtime as required, potentially including night shifts.
• Able to identify wire colors and other items, safely use required power tools and test equipment, and safely operate lift trucks and aerial lifts.
• Able to follow safe work procedures, operate company trucks with manual and automatic transmissions, and read maps, manuals, work-site directions, and written instructions.
• Able to work from mechanical personal lifts, climb ladders, and perform work at heights up to 90 feet.
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead; tolerate prolonged standing and movement on foot; and perform extended overhead work and repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Able to hear and see well, naturally or with correction.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions, use construction-site sanitary facilities, work in restricted areas, transport and relocate ladders unassisted, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Personal weight with tools must not exceed the rated capacity of ladders used.

Responsibilities

• Promote the quality culture of “Implement Quality from the Start” and coach continuous learning to improve project efficiency and quality.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and follow best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
• Support implementation of project Quality / Commissioning Programs, including site-specific plans, policies, and procedures through planning, training, support, and sharing lessons learned.
• Assist with verification and documentation of Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment for conformance with approved submittals and the Equipment Protection Plan.
• Assist construction and QCx teams with Foreign Objects and Debris (FOD) inspections before energization of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, panelboards, and related equipment.
• Assist with the First Time Energization (FTE) process from start to finish.
• Torque bolts and fasteners to specified tolerances and applicable assembly and safety standards.
• Conduct megger testing on feeder wires to check insulation resistance and electrical safety compliance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, torque reports, megger reports, and related documentation.
• Contribute to Daily Quality Reports documenting field discrepancies and audit findings, and support corrective actions.
• Support quality incident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and preventative measures.
• Identify and assess quality risks associated with Mission Critical operations.
• Perform other assigned duties, including temporary and training assignments.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Access to Ace University, including an apprenticeship program, leadership training, and skill-building classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED