Electrical QA/QC Technician

Mission Critical Quality / Commissioning Technician I

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Since our inception in Valdosta, GA in 1975, Ace has been performing quality electrical installations in a full range of markets including commercial, mission critical, education, healthcare, institutional, industrial, correctional facilities, hospitality, military bases, retail and others. In the past 15 years, locations have been added in Macon, GA, Atlanta, GA, Jackson, TN, Statesboro, GA, Sanford, NC and Plain City, OH. Ace offers fabrication services, hard bid, design-build, negotiated contracts and fee-based work. We have the resources, professional staff and project management team to handle almost any type of electrical project. Our history of safety and quality has been established through years of successful projects and satisfied customers. Ace Electric is growing bigger in business each year and has no signs of slowing down!

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!

General Summary

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.

Preferred Job 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.

Mandatory Hiring Requirements

• References, Background Check, Drug Screen Testing, Valid Driver's License.

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.

Position Requirements

• License: None required.
• Certification: None required.
• Education: High School Graduate or GED required.
• Experience: Minimum of 0-1 years' electrical construction, Quality Control, or Commissioning experience required.

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.
• Required 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.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Ace Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.