Senior Quality Control Technician, HVAC

Palmetto; Charlotte (NC); Presencial; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Palmetto is seeking a Senior Quality Control Technician based in Charlotte, NC, responsible for the review and close-outs of project milestone packages across HVAC, Water Heater, Geothermal, and Generator installations within the Comfort segment.

This desktop-review role ensures compliance with sales, design, and installation specs and guides remediation for high system performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualificações

• 4+ years of experience in a technical or construction role within the HVAC industry.
• Experience with Water Heater, Geothermal or Generator installation is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to influence third-party contractors.
• Excellent organizational skills and prioritization in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with data analysis and standard business tools such as G-Suite or Microsoft Office.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct detailed review and close-outs of project documents, photos, and system designs across HVAC, Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator projects.
• Verify system performance data and ensure installed Comfort equipment aligns with sales and design specifications.
• Inspect control and monitoring platforms for accurate configuration and functionality.
• Provide feedback for rejected project submissions and guide resolution with contractors and partners.
• Stay updated on industry standards and develop and refine quality control processes and contractor training.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Ferramentas

G-Suite

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Company Description

Palmetto is a consumer energy platform that provides homeowners with a single destination to discover, purchase, finance, install, monitor and manage home energy products and services. By offering one integrated platform across solar, battery storage, HVAC, heat pumps and more, Palmetto helps homeowners make home energy more affordable, reliable and accessible. Today Palmetto serves hundreds of thousands of homeowners, across 30+ states, building the operating infrastructure for the consumer energy transition, one home at a time.

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.

Location

This position will be based in Charlotte, NC

Reporting

This position will report to the Senior Program Manager, Comfort

Summary of Role

The Senior Quality Control Technician is responsible for the review and close-out of project milestone packages consisting of sales and design plans and documentation, installation photos and verification measures for HVAC, Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator installation projects, which fall under the Comfort segment of the business. The primary objective of this role is to ensure high-quality standards for all Comfort systems, verifying compliance with sales, design & installation specifications, and identifying necessary remediations to maintain strong system performance and customer satisfaction. They will also evaluate monitoring and control platforms to verify proper configuration and ensure installed systems meet design specifications and energy efficiency goals.

Through daily project throughput review, the technician will approve or reject project milestones promptly and communicate feedback to external contractors or partners. They will support the organization’s accountability and quality improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of excellence across all operations. This is a desktop review role. It does not require on-site inspections or field travel.

Strategic & Tactical

• Conduct detailed review and close-outs of project documents, photos, and system designs across HVAC, Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator projects.
• Apply advanced knowledge of HVAC quality control standards and system operation criteria, and working knowledge of Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator installation standards.
• Verify system performance data and ensure installed Comfort equipment aligns with sales and design specifications.
• Inspect control and monitoring platforms for HVAC, Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator systems for accurate configuration and functionality.
• Provide clear and concise feedback for rejected project submissions and guide resolution.
• Provide feedback to the Program Manager and Leadership to inform and evolve the product.
• Troubleshoot and resolve milestone package rejections to ensure quick turnaround times.
• Stay updated on industry standards, installation techniques, and emerging technologies across all four Comfort product lines.
• Develop and refine quality control processes, installation guidelines, and contractor training programs.
• Manage and resolve partner support requests through chat or ticketing systems, addressing escalations promptly.
• Analyze data to identify trends or areas for improvement by product line and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct training sessions for junior Quality Control Technicians to enhance team capabilities.

Success Defined

• Minimize post-installation service calls through thorough review of partner submissions.
• Review and respond to project milestone submissions within 72 hours.
• Respond to partner support inquiries within 24 hours.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a technical or construction role within the HVAC industry.
• Experience with Water Heater, Geothermal or Generator installation is a plus.
• Experience with interdepartmental problem-solving or project management.
• Familiarity with HVAC system design and energy efficiency standards preferred; familiarity with Water Heater, Geothermal and Generator system design is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence third-party contractors.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with data analysis and standard business tools such as G-Suite, Microsoft Office, or similar platforms.
• Commitment to safety standards and the ability to identify safety nonconformances in installation photos and documentation.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

To ensure a fair evaluation, we may use AI to assist in sorting applications, but all final decisions are made by our hiring team and no candidate dispositions are automated. We will keep your information on file for four years from the date of your application. For detailed information about how we handle your data and our use of AI, please review our full privacy policy.

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