Esparza staffing, LLC Quality Control/Quality Assurance Specialist Aylett, VA · Full time Company website

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Esparza Staffing is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions company connecting businesses with reliable, qualified talent. We support our clients with flexible staffing solutions while creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals across a variety of industries.

At Esparza Staffing, we value reliability, professionalism, communication, and strong relationships. Our hands-on approach allows us to understand the needs of both our clients and employees, helping create successful placements and dependable workforce partnerships.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Quality Control / Quality Assurance (QC/QA) Technician to support operations at a solar construction site. The ideal candidate will help ensure that construction activities, materials, installations, and completed work meet project specifications, quality standards, approved drawings, and applicable requirements.

The successful candidate will work closely with site supervisors, construction crews, project management, and other quality personnel to identify deficiencies, document inspection results, and help maintain consistent quality throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of solar construction activities to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project quality requirements.
• Inspect solar installation work, including racking and mounting systems, module placement, structural components, and related construction activities, as assigned.
• Verify that materials and equipment delivered to the site meet project specifications and are properly documented.
• Identify, document, and report defective work, installation errors, and quality deficiencies.
• Prepare inspection reports, quality checklists, punch lists, and other required project documentation.
• Track nonconformances and follow up on corrective actions to verify that identified issues are resolved.
• Coordinate with supervisors and construction crews to address quality concerns and prevent recurring issues.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, photographs, test results, and other quality documentation.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with approved work procedures and applicable codes and standards.
• Participate in quality meetings, walkthroughs, and project inspections as needed.
• Communicate quality concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor or project representative.
• Follow all site safety policies and procedures while performing inspections.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality control, quality assurance, construction inspection, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working on solar construction projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, project specifications, and installation plans.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship issues and installation deficiencies.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to complete inspection reports and maintain documentation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and walk an active construction site for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with the construction team.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Ability to follow site safety requirements and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale or commercial solar construction.
• Knowledge of construction quality control processes, inspection procedures, and punch-list management.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical, structural, and construction requirements.
• Experience using inspection checklists, digital reporting tools, or quality management systems.
• Relevant construction safety training or industry certifications, as required by the project.

Required Certifications

• OSHA 30
• NFPA70E

Work Environment

This position is based at an active solar construction site. Work may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, uneven terrain, construction equipment, and ongoing installation activities. Candidates must be able to comply with all site access, PPE, and safety requirements.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the job posting link. Please include your relevant construction, solar, inspection, or quality assurance experience with your application.

Join Esparza Staffing and help deliver quality work on solar construction projects!