Site Quality Tech-Gas Power Generation

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation. This is a unique opportunity to help build this new business from the ground up, backed by a company with decades of proven success in the energy sector. This position will help us shape the processes and standards that carry this business forward to deliver end-to-end hybrid energy solutions.
Facilitates the effective implementation of the Quality Program at the project level. Act as an unbiased Quality representative independent of influences of production goals. Promote a team approach to ensure the Inspection and Testing Plan Contract Requirements, project drawings, and plans and manufacture specifications are achieved.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Collaborates with the Quality Department to develop and implement the site-specific Inspection and Testing Plan for their Inspectors, and applicable third-party inspectors and testers.
Supervises, trains, and schedules Quality Control Inspectors activities, while ensuring the proper application of Standard Inspection and Testing Instructions.
Provides coaching on positive communication and engagement techniques with project team members.
Tracks and monitors inspection and testing activities and retrieves, tracks, and presents Quality metrics to the project team.
Performs inspections, tests, and observations as defined within the Inspection and Testing Plan
Applies Stop Work Authority on any operation or activity that appears to be out of compliance with the contract Requirements, and/or project drawings, plans, and manufacture specifications; and empowers all project resources to act in the same manner.
Assists the Project Team in planning Quality Assurance task level opportunities and technical verification standards.
Acts as liaison with Owner/Developer regarding quality issues or concerns.
Schedules and coordinates walk down and inspection activities with Project Team and Owner/Developers.
Tracks punchlist corrective actions and provides updates to the Project Team and Owner/Developers.
Administers the Managing Nonconformance Process at the project level, ensures timely resolution of nonconformance reports, and acts as the on-site advocate for the effective utilization of nonconformance reports.
Assists in root cause analysis and preventative action recommendations.
Supports the use of Standard Work by following defined instructions and/or participating in the development of Standard Inspection and Test Instructions.
Promotes and/or participates in continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities such as Kaizen events.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Two-year related degree; or equivalent of education and experience.
Two years of Quality Control process and procedure; supervisory experience preferred.
Ability to successfully meet our MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) standards, with a good driving record and capable of operating company owned vehicles or UTVs.
Read and understand contract exhibits and engineering plans and specifications.
Analytical, organized, and have high level of attention to detail.
Build strong and open relationships with Trade Superintendents, Foreperson, and the Project Team.
Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations.
Listen to understand and seek clarification prior to making decisions.
Gather pertinent information skillfully in order to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Familiar with Root Cause Analysis and Problem-Solving Techniques.
Enforce company policies, compliance, and instructions.
Look for ways to improve and promote quality within the project; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
Possess a basic understanding of mechanical functions of equipment, of AC/DC principles, cable terminations, and inspection/testing equipment.
Focus on teamwork and finding solutions in a collaborative manner.
Possess computer skills (MS office).
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Competitive pay and annual bonus
Reimbursed lodging
Per diem
Company truck with a gas card
Rotational program with paid flights home
100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees
100% employer-paid dental insurance premiums for everyone on plan
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
Education assistance (tuition reimbursement)
Employee/family focused culture
And more!
WHO ARE WE?
Blattner Company is a leading renewable energy contractor and service provider with utility scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Based at our headquarters in Avon, Minnesota, we are powered by over a century of construction experience and passionate, innovative employees.
Be a part of something bigger and join the Blattner team – Leading America to a clean energy future!
Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.
Blattner is not able to sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency for this or any position. We are able to consider candidates who hold valid, independent work authorization (e.g., U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or other valid, non-expired work authorization).
$86,098.00 - $124,841.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.
WHO ARE WE?
With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.
Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.