Electrical Quality Control Specialist

Ace Electric • Concord, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mission Critical Quality / Commissioning (QCx) Technician works with QCx project teams to implement and apply project-specific quality control programs and procedures. The QCx Technician I also assists the QCx 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, testing, accurate documentation, and corrective actions. Work is performed in varied construction-site conditions and may involve heights, restricted spaces, overtime, and possible night shifts.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Minimum of 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 QC details across multiple project activities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (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 and management personnel to understand and implement technology and quality programs.
• Provide references and pass a background check and drug screen; possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to identify wire colors; safely use required power tools and test equipment; safely operate lift trucks, aerial lifts, and other equipment; and operate company trucks with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, read maps, manuals, work-site directions, and written instructions, and operate mechanical personal lifts.
• Ability to hear and see well, naturally or with correction.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead; climb ladders; perform extended overhead work; and repeatedly use arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds; tolerate prolonged standing and movement on foot.
• Work 40 hours per week plus overtime as required, with possible night shifts.
• Work in varied weather and site conditions, use construction-site sanitary facilities, transport and relocate ladders unassisted, and work at heights up to 90 feet from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other safe work areas.
• Work in restricted areas such as switchgear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, and crawl spaces, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Personal weight, including tools, must not exceed the rated capacity of ladders used.

Responsibilities

• Promote the quality culture of “Implement Quality from the Start” and encourage 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 quality plans, policies, and procedures through planning, training, support, and sharing lessons learned.
• Assist with verification and documentation of Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment to confirm conformance with approved submittals and the Equipment Protection Plan.
• Support Foreign Objects and Debris (FOD) inspections before energization of medium- and low-voltage 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, ensuring proper assembly and safety standards.
• Conduct megger testing on feeder wires to verify 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 preventive 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 matching contributions
• 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