Construction Quality Technician I - Solar

Mortenson is currently seeking a Construction Quality Technician to join our Solar group, that will provide support for the execution of Mortenson’s quality processes and drive towards First Time Quality (FTQ) installation. The role coordinates and conducts field inspections, documents observations and non-conforming conditions, supports the QC-QA and three-phase inspection processes, and helps ensure installed work complies with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements. As a technical expert, the Quality Technician works closely with project engineers, superintendents, craft Quality Control team members, trade partners, third-party inspectors, suppliers, and customers to identify and resolve quality issues early. The position also supports first-build planning, field quality training, root-cause analysis, owner walkdowns, punch-list management, and project closeout

Location: Rocky Mountain Region (CO, WY, MO, ID, UT, NM)

Travel: This is a 100% travel position, requiring temporary relocation to a project site and working on a rotation schedule. Locations may vary based on the project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project. Mortenson hires for a career. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the QC-QA inspection process is effectively implemented, and installed work meets expectations and is compliant with the Contract Documents. 

• Know and understand contract drawings, specifications, manufacturers’ installation requirements and contract requirements and ensure work is in compliance with these requirements. 

• Know the Solar Project Quality Plan (PQP), SWIs, and turnover requirements.

• Continually strive for first time quality installation by collaborating with cross-functional teams (i.e. Mortenson team members, trade partners, third party inspectors, outside suppliers).
• Assist in updating the work plans to carry lessons forward to reduce potential rework and ramp up time and achieve first time quality.

• Perform quality inspections in the field and track status on non-conforming conditions and coordinate with project site leadership to ensure these are corrected and re-inspected to ensure compliance.

• Support quality incident reporting and NCRs, including investigations and root-cause analyses.

• Identify discrepancies between contract and manufacturers requirements and work with project team to resolve those discrepancies.
• Perform field quality training and oversight in conjunction with the Superintendents and Project Engineers to align all team members on installation requirements. 

• Assist with the planning and installation of first-time builds, conduct initial inspections with stakeholders and document discrepancies. 

• Ensure tool and equipment maintenance and calibration requirements.

• Coordinate these processes with Mortenson’s engineering staff, plus training and support of Quality Control team members

• Owner walk-downs and punch list management

• Track installation-to-turnover progress and maintain customer documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma

• Minimum 3 years of construction experience

• Solar or renewables experience preferred 

• Strong communication skills and team orientation

• Results orientated to ensure execution is a priority objective

• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

• Technical expertise to bridge knowledge between the field and engineering staff

• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Working knowledge of the 3-Phase Process, QC/QA inspections, and project closeout requirements

• Ability to use Excel, Outlook, PDF tools, CAD, Procore, ArcGIS, QuickCapture, Survey123, Build Cognition, and closeout systems

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
• Dental plan  
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 
• Tuition reimbursement  
• Adoption Assistance   
• Gym Membership Discount Program   

The base pay range for this role is $27.55 Hourly - $37.21 Hourly. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).  

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.