Junior Inspector-- MTA Traction Power and Substations

Junior Inspector – Traction Power / Substation / SCADA

Position Overview

PACO Group (PACO) is seeking a motivated Junior Inspector (Traction Power / Substation / SCADA) to support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on a Substation Component Replacement Project in Bronx, New York. The Junior Inspector assists the Senior Inspector in monitoring field work, documenting progress, and supporting safety and QA/QC for traction-power, substation, and SCADA installations including Con Edison service feeders, PLBs, switchgear, rectifiers, transformers, low-voltage panels, and SCADA control components. The position reports directly to the Senior Inspector and supports coordination with contractors, Con Edison, and the MTA Power Department.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in daily inspection of high-tension and low-tension installations: transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, PLBs, control panels, conduit and cable systems.

• Observe and record megger testing, continuity, and insulation-resistance testing; verify tagging/labeling and equipment identification.

• Document field progress via daily reports, photographs, and redlines; submit to Senior Inspector for review.

• Participate in safety walks, toolbox talks, and LOTO coordination; promptly report unsafe conditions or non-conforming work.

• Support QA/QC materials verification, defect tracking, and punch-list closure.

• Assist communication/coordination with contractors, Con Edison, and MTA Power Department during tie-ins, testing, and energizations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in electrical construction, field inspection, or related technical work.

• Familiarity with traction power, substation, or electrical distribution systems.

• Basic understanding of MTA power systems, third-rail operations, and related coordination procedures.

• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, conduit layouts, and single-line diagrams; knowledge of basic AC/DC theory and grounding.

• Experience assisting with or observing megger testing, continuity verification, and field QA/QC activities.

• OSHA-30 certification and valid driver’s license.

• Eligibility for access to active substation and traction-power construction environments.

• Working understanding of NEC (NFPA 70) and NFPA 70E safety principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level II (or higher) in Electrical or Construction Inspection; progress toward Level III a plus.

• Coursework/training in electrical safety, testing procedures, NFPA 70E (Qualified Persons), or substation operations.

• Familiarity with SCADA/PLC fundamentals, relay logic, and commissioning workflows; exposure to systems integration testing.

• Exposure to protective relays concepts and assisting with transformer oil sampling/testing under supervision.

• Experience supporting or assisting on MTA, Port Authority, or utility power projects.

• Exposure to Con Edison coordination and shadowing MTA Power Command Center (PCC) / MTA Power Department interactions.

• Working exposure to ProjectWise, Unifier, or comparable CDEs; comfort with field data entry and document control.

• Demonstrated interest in advancing technical proficiency under the guidance of Senior Inspectors and the Resident Engineer.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) with basic familiarity with safety and field-inspection reporting tools.
• Solid foundation in electrical systems and an eagerness to develop deeper knowledge in traction power, substation, and SCADA operations.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude toward identifying and reporting potential safety or quality risks.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to engage with field staff, contractors, and supervisory engineers.
• Ability to interpret basic electrical drawings, safety regulations, and QA/QC requirements, and apply them to field activities.
• Professional demeanor, reliability, and willingness to learn under the guidance of Senior Inspectors and RE staff.
• Dedication to teamwork, continuous learning, and maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient job site

Work Environment and Schedule

• Full-time position based in Bronx, NY, with on-site or hybrid options depending on project assignment.
• Day and night shifts may be required during testing, cutovers, and energization activities.
• Regular coordination with MTA Power Command Center (PCC), MTA Power Department, and Con Edison.
• Ability to handle field assignments and travel between job sites within the New York metropolitan area.
• Occasional travel may be required for meetings, site visits, or coordination sessions with clients and subcontractors across multiple facilities or regions

Compensation

• The good-faith salary range for this position is $35-$55 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications and client requirements.
• Candidates with greater depth of experience or specialized expertise may fall toward the higher end of the range, and exceptional candidates may be considered for compensation outside of this range, consistent with client budget and company policy.

Benefits Summary

• 401(k) and 401(k) Employer Matching.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Professional Development Assistance.

EEO Diversity Statement:

PACO Group, Inc. is committed to furthering opportunities for everyone in the national construction market. The firm periodically reaffirms this commitment through an active affirmative action plan. It provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees without unlawful discrimination regarding race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, religion, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or citizenship status. As an equal opportunity employer, we have recruited, hired, promoted, and retained an ethnically and socially diverse professional staff. Our efforts to date have produced a multidisciplinary workforce - a record of diversity that extends to the highest levels of the firm's management.

Salary : $35 - $55