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What is the difference between Full Time Substation Inspector vs Substation Technician?

AspectFull Time Substation InspectorSubstation Technician
CertificationsTypically requires electrical certifications, safety training, and inspection licensesRequires electrical or technical certifications, often including electrician licenses
Work EnvironmentPrimarily inspections at substations, site assessments, and compliance checksHands-on maintenance, repairs, and operational tasks within substations
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, power companies, and energy providersElectric utilities, contractors, and maintenance firms
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing inspection roles with technical maintenance roles in substations

The Full Time Substation Inspector focuses on inspecting and ensuring compliance of electrical substations, while the Substation Technician handles maintenance and repairs. Both roles require electrical certifications and work within the utility industry, but their daily tasks and responsibilities differ significantly.

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QA/QC Inspector

$50 - $55/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 79 rated construction


Job description

Overview

As one of the nation's leading electric transmission line construction companies, MasTec Power Delivery companies engineer and construct efficient and reliable electrical transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard systems. Our extensive workforce includes both union and nonunion teams, which, combined with our specialized equipment fleet, allows us to effectively meet our clients' needs for power delivery, emergency restoration, and ongoing maintenance. We've been involved in some of the most challenging and recognizable electric projects across the U.S. From the electric plant to the end users, MasTec's experienced managers and crews consistently deliver transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard services with an unfailing commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices.  

Job Description Summary:  

QA/QC Inspector observes and documents activities related to all aspects of transmission line and electrical substation construction including but not limited to foundations, tower steel construction, and conductor stringing and sagging activities. 

Hourly Rate:  $50-55hr, plus per-diem, company vehicle and gas card


Responsibilities

Foundation:

  • Inspect excavation of piers 
  • Verify soils match boring logs 
  • Verify that depth and diameter are per design 
  • Verify rebar cages and anchor bolts meet project specifications 
  • Inspect placement of concrete 
  • Verify correct stub angle 
  • Record all locations of concrete being placed 
  • Verify concrete tickets for air content, slump, and temperature in required test loads 
  • Verify as-builds on the foundations before steel assembly begins 
  • Fill out all forms and daily reports as required 

Tower: 

  • Verify assembly and erection of lattice and tubular steel poles 
  • Verify bolt torque and jacking operations 
  • Verify proper hardware and signage

Conductor: 

  • Document wire installation 
  • Verify dead-end assemblies are properly assembled 
  • Verify proper compression sleeve procedures are followed 
  • Verify correct sagging 
  • Verify and document clipping 
  • Verify and document proper number and location of hardware installed 
  • Document times for pulling in wire, sagging and any work task of the pull that may have time constraints 

Qualifications

Skills & Abilities: 

  • Strong organizational and document management skills 
  • Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness with multiple priorities 
  • Professional demeanor; remain calm and emotionally controlled under pressure 
  • Detailed oriented and high attention to accuracy 
  • Solid mathematical skills 
  • Comfortable with working outdoors in all types of weather conditions 
  • Demonstrated written and verbal skills 
  • Demonstrated Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency 
  • Demonstrated Microsoft Outlook proficiency 
  • Procore experience a plus

Education and/ or Work Experience: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Some college business courses (helpful but not required) 
  • Knowledge of industry codes such as IEEE, ACI, ASTM, AWS preferred 
  • Commercial construction / Inspection experience
Qualifications:

Skills & Abilities: 

  • Strong organizational and document management skills 
  • Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness with multiple priorities 
  • Professional demeanor; remain calm and emotionally controlled under pressure 
  • Detailed oriented and high attention to accuracy 
  • Solid mathematical skills 
  • Comfortable with working outdoors in all types of weather conditions 
  • Demonstrated written and verbal skills 
  • Demonstrated Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency 
  • Demonstrated Microsoft Outlook proficiency 
  • Procore experience a plus

Education and/ or Work Experience: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Some college business courses (helpful but not required) 
  • Knowledge of industry codes such as IEEE, ACI, ASTM, AWS preferred 
  • Commercial construction / Inspection experience
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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