What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at IES Residential, Inc.?
IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.
Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
- Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
- Competitive Pay
- Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
- Company Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
- Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
- Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
- Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs
Job Title: Quality Technician – Plant Power & Control Systems
Location: Calera, AL
Department: Engineering / Maintenance
Reports To: Quality Engineer
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering / Maintenance
Reports To: Quality Engineer
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Quality Technician with some testing and industrial manufacturing experience. This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity, safety, and compliance of all plant power and control systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform inspections and testing of electrical wiring and equipment for final assemblies
- Ensure electrical installations meet company standards.
- Inspect and verify proper installation of motor control centers, switchgear, and panels.
- Troubleshoot and evaluate power systems, control circuits, and related electrical issues.
- Conduct acceptance testing and documentation of new and upgraded assembly installations.
- Identify and report potential electrical hazards or deviations from plans/specifications.
- Review electrical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics for compliance and accuracy.
- Collaborate with project engineers, operators, and supervisor’s teams to support new assembly installations and upgrades.
- Maintain detailed inspection records and provide reports with findings and recommendations.
- Support the commissioning process of power and control systems in new or modified builds.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of electrical testing procedures, safety standards.
- Ability to interpret and analyze electrical schematics, blueprints, and system layouts.
- Skilled in using multimeters, insulation testers, meggers, and other diagnostic equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a plant environment.
- Ability to use drills, hand tools, torque wrenches - set those to a standard
Preferred:
- Quality technician experience
- Switchboard assembly
- Electrical assembly testing
Salary : $32,449 - $43,014