QC Technician

Overview

The Quality Coordinator / Inspector supports the project’s Quality Control program by performing daily field inspections, coordinating testing activities, and ensuring that civil and underground utility work meets project specifications and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with the BU Manager of Quality and Site Quality Control Manager, field crews, and subcontractors to verify that installation and materials comply with approved standards. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Perform daily field inspections of civil and underground utility work, including trenching, pipe installation, bedding, and backfill
• Verify compliance with project plans, specifications, and applicable codes
• Coordinate and monitor required testing (e.g., soil compaction, pressure testing, leakage testing, mandrel testing)
• Document inspection results, maintain daily reports, and track quality records
• Assist in managing inspection schedules with third-party testing agencies
• Identify and report non-conforming work and support corrective actions
• Verify materials delivered to the site meet approved submittals and specifications
• Maintain inspection logs, checklists, and photo documentation
• Support preparation of punch lists and project closeout documentation
• Communicate quality-related issues to supervisors and project teams
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Will operate office equipment of all types
• Will operate inspection hand gages of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing and lifting
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to drive cars/trucks as needed

Mental

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification preferred
• 2+ years of experience in civil construction inspection, preferably with underground utilities
• Basic knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures
• Familiarity with pipe installation standards and testing methods (Helpful but not mandatory)
• Experience working with testing agencies and inspection documentation
• Relevant certifications (ACI, CWI, Coatings) preferred
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation