Craft QC Lead

Job Summary

Manage and supervise multiple crews simultaneously in all aspects of solar photovoltaic inspection includingelectrical, mechanical and civil components. Plan and coordinate the efforts of the QC Inspectors under his/hersupervision and motivate them to accomplish the work safely, correctly, and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Use appropriate hand tools (i.e. crescent wrench, torque wrench, tape measure, screwdriver, laser, etc.)and power tools (i.e. Drills, Impact Wrenches) to perform a variety of functions to inspect photovoltaic (PV)systems in accordance with codes and standards using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
• May complete solar electrical inspections.
• Inspect structural, mechanical, rack system and PV panels.
• Inspect civil installations including ponds, swales, roads, fencing, inverter pads, and backfill.
• Supervisor and train QC Inspectors
• Train other craft on proper installation practices and processes
• Be able to perform all of the principal duties and accountabilities of craft workers under his/her supervision.
• Implement and participate in EIP and Safety committee. Assure daily STA is completed prior to the start ofwork.
• Leads daily STA/Toolbox talks.
• Plans inspections for the day with assistance from QC Manager.
• Lead and support all safety related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team toensure we achieve zero injuries. No job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will becompromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. Ifneeded, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved. Monitor crews for heat related injuries andstop work before heat stress sets in.
• Be proficient in scheduling, material control/readiness, construction installation and inspection tracking.
• Be proficient in electronic deficiency tracking for all activities.
• Understand drawings, specifications, and manuals.
• Monitor/plan crew goals and proactively make changes necessary to keep crews on track with goals.
• Review and approve crew's timecards for correct hours and phase coding.
• Ensures accurate completion of quality documentation by construction team.
• Tracks deficiencies and reports to QC Manager.
• Participate in incident investigations and report accidents and act to prevent future occurrences to projectmanagement and site safety. Assist in leading the investigation process as needed and review accidentsand the causes with employees.
• Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre-job safety planning in the appropriate format. Identify safetyhazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate hazards. Ensure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre-job safety planningtools at start and end of shift.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e. back-up alarms,smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens).
• Understand, support, implement, and follow lockout/tag out procedures. Attend site specific training andassure you follow all procedures as out lined in training.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbersand fractions rapidly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with client representatives, represent Quality in meetings such as POD, clientquality meetings, client walk downs, and more.

Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Electrical experience preferred.
One or more of the following certifications:

• NCCER Solar Photovoltaic Installer or equivalent Craft Training Program
• NCCER Electrician
• NCCER Concrete Finishing
• NCCER Carpenter
• NCCER Ironworker
• NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
• NCCER Project Supervision
• NCCER Project Management

Minimum Qualifications

At least 4 years combination of journeyman and QC experience, with at least 1 of those years being QCexperience. Prior supervisor experience required. Previous experience in Electrical position preferred. Must setstandards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality and productivity for the members of his/her crew. Musthave leadership abilities and organizational skills. Must have all necessary tools (see Craft QC Tool List). Mustbe at least 18 years of age.

Certifications

• NCCER Solar Photovoltaic Installer or equivalent Craft Training Program
• NCCER Electrician
• NCCER Concrete Finishing
• NCCER Carpenter
• NCCER Ironworker
• NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
• NCCER Project Supervision
• NCCER Project Management
• NCCER Project supervision
• NCCER Project Management

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Typical construction site environment
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures andexposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 52 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see andhear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outsideconditions.
• Requires extensive walking through out shift
• Additional Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) may be required such as Kevlar sleeves.