Quality Inspection Technician (Substations)

Valard Group of Companies; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is looking for a Quality Inspection Technician to join its Substations Group in Vaughan. This role involves performing quality inspections on electrical and civil installations, ensuring compliance with the company's Quality Management System. Ideal for a technician or electrician aiming to transition into quality assurance, the position requires a strong background in construction processes and a focus on quality standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tools for health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Knowledge of construction processes and codes.
• Demonstrated experience with civil, structural, and electrical construction.

Responsibilities

• Execute quality assurance and control activities on site.
• Ensure compliance with Valard's Quality Manual and project Quality Plan.
• Liaise with internal and external quality personnel.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Document interpretation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

BlueBeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Our Substations Group is currently looking to add a Quality Inspection Technician to our growing team, based in Vaughan, ON.

Reporting to the Quality Manager – Substations, this position is responsible for performing quality inspections on electrical and civil installations to ensure compliance with Valard’s Quality Program and Quality Management System. The initial assignment will support three substations in the Guelph and Vaughan areas. This is a great opportunity for a Technician or Electrician looking to transition to a career in Quality.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute quality assurance and quality control activities on the project site
• Follow, and ensure compliance with, Valard's Quality Manual, project specific Quality Plan, and Inspection and Test Plans
• Support team members on Quality matters
• Ensure Valard meets the requirements of the applicable Contract, Client Standards, Provincial and Federal Regulations, and Code(s) of Construction
• Liaise with cross-functional groups within Valard, as well as the designated client and sub-contractor quality personnel on quality matters for the project
• Review of all full and partial assemblies/installations for completeness and conformance to IFC drawings and applicable specifications
• Flag all deficiencies and monitor remedial actions
• Ensure identifying and tracking any damaged or material issues
• Work with the materials coordinator (as applicable) to ensure nonconforming materials are repaired or replaced in accordance with IFC drawings
• Maintain and manage the Master Punch List
• Assemble the progressive turnover packages

Scope of inspections include, but is not limited to: Grounding systems; Foundation installation; Structural steel welding and erection; Electrical equipment, materials, and installations; Cabling and wiring; Control building construction; Site drainage and underground installations

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 3 years experience in quality assurance and quality control activities
• Demonstrated experience with civil, structural, and electrical construction activities
• Knowledge of construction project processes such as RFIs, Change Management, Field Instructions, NCRs, Walk-Down, Commissioning, Turnover, “As-Built” drawings
• Background in reading and interpreting technical documents such as codes, standards, specifications, construction drawings
• Proficiency in MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) as well as Adobe Acrobat

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrician certification
• Experience with BlueBeam Revu
• Power systems experience (Distribution, Substation, and/or Transmission)
• Concrete, piling and earthworks experience

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.