BESS Quality Inspector

Aerotek; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Quality Inspector for contract-based work in Albuquerque, NM, specializing in battery energy storage systems and solar installations. You will perform field inspections, document quality issues, and coordinate corrective actions with supervision and subcontractors.

You will review completed work for compliance, generate detailed records, and support punch-list closeout and final acceptance.

Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) construction.
• Experience with construction inspection and quality control on site construction projects.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing construction work and documentation.
• Ability to identify workmanship and installations that do not meet project requirements or quality standards.
• Ability to document issues objectively and professionally using reports and photographs.
• Understanding of construction sequencing and inspection hold points.
• Ability to work independently in an active construction environment.
• Comfort communicating deficiencies to subcontractors and field supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple inspections and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with QA/QC practices in battery energy storage and solar projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections throughout installation activities on utility-scale projects including BESS and solar.
• Review work prior to acceptance and verify it meets project specs and quality requirements.
• Identify workmanship and installation deficiencies and document them clearly.
• Generate and maintain inspection reports, checklists, and photographs.
• Coordinate and track corrective actions with construction supervision and subcontractors.
• Monitor corrective actions through completion and verify deficiencies are resolved.
• Participate in punch-list development and track items to closeout.
• Apply understanding of construction sequencing to plan inspections effectively.
• Work independently in active construction environments while managing multiple inspections.
• Communicate deficiencies clearly to subcontractors and field supervision.
• Maintain organized quality records for project turnover and commissioning.

Skills

BESS field inspections

Quality control

Attention to detail

Documentation and reporting

Independent work

Communication with subcontractors

Construction sequencing knowledge

Safety and PPE compliance

Punch-list coordination

Multitasking in field environment

Contract construction experience

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector performs field inspections throughout installation activities on large-scale construction projects, with a focus on battery energy storage systems and solar installations. This role identifies and documents quality deficiencies, coordinates corrective actions with construction supervision, and maintains accurate quality records to support project turnover and commissioning. The Quality Inspector ensures that all work meets project requirements and supports successful punch-list closeout and final acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections throughout installation activities on utility-scale construction projects, including battery energy storage systems and solar installations.
• Review work prior to acceptance and verify that it meets project specifications, standards, and quality requirements.
• Identify workmanship and installation deficiencies that do not meet project requirements and ensure they are clearly documented.
• Generate and maintain detailed inspection reports, checklists, photographs, and other quality documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Coordinate and track corrective actions with construction supervision and subcontractors to ensure nonconformances are resolved.
• Monitor corrective actions through completion and verify that all deficiencies have been properly resolved and meet project standards.
• Participate in punch-list development by identifying remaining work items and quality issues that require completion or correction.
• Track punch-list items through to closeout and support final acceptance activities.
• Apply a strong understanding of construction sequencing and inspection hold points to plan and prioritize inspections effectively.
• Work independently in an active construction environment while managing multiple inspections and documentation requirements.
• Communicate identified deficiencies clearly and professionally to subcontractors and field supervision to support timely resolution.
• Maintain organized and complete quality records to support project turnover and commissioning activities.

Essential Skills

• Previous utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) construction experience.
• Experience with construction inspection and quality control on site construction projects.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing construction work and documentation.
• Ability to identify workmanship and installations that do not meet project requirements or quality standards.
• Ability to document issues objectively and professionally using reports, checklists, photographs, and other records.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and inspection hold points.
• Ability to work independently in an active construction environment.
• Confidence and comfort in communicating deficiencies to subcontractors and field supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple inspections and documentation requirements simultaneously.
• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control practices in construction, particularly in battery energy storage systems and solar projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Back ground in inspection, construction, or construction quality control on utility-scale projects.
• Experience working on battery energy storage systems and solar installations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting and communicating quality issues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with field supervision, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Organizational skills to maintain thorough and accurate quality records for project turnover and commissioning.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute directly to the quality and reliability of large-scale renewable energy projects while working in a dynamic construction environment. This role offers the opportunity to build specialized expertise in battery energy storage systems and solar installations, develop strong field inspection and quality assurance skills, and work closely with experienced construction professionals. You will gain exposure to complex, utility-scale projects and have the chance to influence project outcomes through diligent inspections, thorough documentation, and effective collaboration.

Work Environment

This role is based in an active construction environment and requires regular work outdoors in varying weather conditions. You will walk construction sites for extended periods, climb ladders and stairs, and navigate uneven terrain to access equipment and installations. The position involves bending, kneeling, crouching, and inspecting equipment in limited-access areas. You must be able to lift approximately 4050 pounds when required. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory, including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, gloves, and safety-toe boots, and you must comply with all site-specific safety requirements. Some projects may require extended shifts, weekend work, overtime, or travel, depending on project needs and schedules.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque,NM.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.