Traveling Quality Control Inspector for Solar Construction

Skilled Trades Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Project bonuses

Career growth

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking Quality Control Technicians to support utility-scale solar construction projects across the United States. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with mechanical and electrical inspection experience and a willingness to travel.

Projects range from 5–20 MW and are 100% ground-mount; candidates must reside in Illinois and be prepared for frequent travel. OSHA 10 is required, with potential for rapid advancement and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years QA/QC experience in utility-scale solar, heavy civil, industrial, or mechanical construction.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installation practices.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Comfortable using basic measuring and verification tools.
• Proficient with reporting and documentation tools (Excel, Procore/Bluebeam).
• OSHA 10 required (OSHA 30 preferred).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Travel 100% is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect racking, trackers, torqueing, module mounting hardware, foundations, and related assemblies.
• Verify installation quality and workmanship per project specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Inspect DC wiring, combiner boxes, inverters, MV/LV cabling, terminations, grounding, and equipment installations.
• Verify compliance with NEC, project specs, and manufacturer requirements.
• Confirm labeling, conduit routing, cable management, and torque requirements.
• Verify installations comply with IFC drawings, QA/QC plans, and manufacturer standards.
• Perform and document inspections (hold points, in-process inspections, final walkdowns).
• Track NCRs and punch lists, verify corrective actions, and support project closeout documentation.
• Review material deliveries for damage, quantity, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, photos, and daily reports.
• Work closely with field crews, subcontractors, and QA/QC leadership to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Mechanical inspection

Electrical inspection

Reading drawings

Basic measuring tools

Education

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Excel

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking Quality Control Technicians to support utility-scale solar construction projects across the United States. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with mechanical and electrical inspection experience and a willingness to travel.

Projects range from 5–20 MW and are 100% ground-mount; candidates must reside in Illinois and be prepared for frequent travel. OSHA 10 is required, with potential for rapid advancement and strong benefits.