Quality Inspector Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

The Quality Inspector will report directly to the site Quality Manager, with indirect oversight from the Sr. Quality Manager, and will be charged with the vital task of conducting and documenting inspections that adhere to the approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs). Quality Inspectors play a crucial role in guaranteeing that all reports are meticulously documented, with accuracy and legibility that ensure traceability to their field locations, thus minimizing reporting errors. Quality Inspectors are expected to excel in communication and foster positive relationships with the owner, owner’s representative, and the Company’s site supervision, all to seamlessly advance our quality objectives.

TRAVEL:

Travel required up to 100%.  Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location. The first project is in Lubbock, Texas.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

MasTec Industrial, alongside its sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has been in operation since 1947. We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and municipal utilities.

Specializing in projects using natural gas, oil, biomass, and other combustible fuels, our team boasts over 30 years of expertise in the power industry. We provide EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services and assist in project development. Our experience spans various systems for utility and industrial facilities, including simple and combined cycle plants, reciprocating engines, and waste-to-energy projects. MasTec Industrial delivers value throughout all project phases, from conceptual design to operations and maintenance.

At MasTec Industrial, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality, safety, and value in every project. We focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent within our organization. Our goal is to foster a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in the industry.

The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In addition to our industrial market sector; In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Familiarity with a broad range of general construction processes and nomenclature including testing laboratory protocols and procedures, soils and concrete testing, asphalt paving, structural steel, mechanical, welding and general construction observations.
• Methodical and detail-oriented to assist the project team in assuring that Project QC documentation is complete and procedures are followed to ensure issues are closed and project risk is mitigated.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications including identification of errors, contradictions or redundancies for resolution by others.
• Conduct regularly scheduled QA/QC meetings, review logs of Deficiencies, Punch List, and other items required and maintain documentation and meeting minutes within job folder
• Prepare reports on inspection activities
• Scheduling of inspection activities in conjunction with various local, state, governmental agencies and 3rd party testing.
• Understand and be able to identify difference between Project Specifications and Standard Codes and when project specific requirements do not meet minimum codes, administer appropriate expectations of codes as necessary to protect MasTec Industrial interests.
• Consult with Director of Quality when encounter issues or concerns beyond level of expertise.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance
• Other duties as assigned
• Stay up-to-date on job related certifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a QA/QC role. Education towards an engineering or technical degree may be substituted in lieu of required work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years required in a construction environment.
• Experience with B31.3, clean room procedures, and oxygen cleaning preferred.
• Training and practical knowledge of construction trades
• Extreme proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, and Power Point
• Demonstrated experience with construction management software platforms
• Proven capabilities with Bluebeam Revu
• Preferred experience with Smartsheet and InEight software

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• Write reports, business correspondence and document quality related issues and activities
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
• Effectively communicate and develop positive working relationships with the owner, owner’s representative, and the Company’s site supervision, in order to facilitate the quality objectives
• Work independently and productively, ensuring the resources assigned to the project are adequate and properly trained for the task
• Be self-motivated and capable of taking initiative
• Apply critical thinking skills to establish effective corrective actions for causal factors of quality incidents
• Possess diplomatic skills for addressing Quality and Safety issues with both internal and external parties
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
• Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
• Keep good balance and work at heights.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week.  Schedule is subject to project requirements.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $48 - $55 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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