QA/QC Inspector

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; Austin, TX; and Dallas, TX.

As a Quality Control Inspector, you will be working in one of these market sectors: Commercial Buildings (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail), Advanced Technology (semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy), or Industrial (pulp and paper manufacturing).

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.

What you’ll be doing:

This role monitors and maintains Harder’s quality standards while complying with local and state regulations. You will work closely with other field team members to set quality standards and make suggestions to improve production without hindering quality of work. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen to work on the client site. This is a long-term, direct-hire position; the successful candidate will be assigned to an existing project with the potential for project opportunities beyond their originally assigned project. Candidates must be able to work locally at a job site in Portland, OR or willing to relocate there at their own expense.

Quality Control Professionals at Harder perform the following daily tasks:

• Work with the field team on-site to ensure all quality standards are met
• Oversee operations and procedures to make sure there are no deviations from the quality requirements and standards
• Track quality control statistics, and complete necessary documentation for the Project Management team, and the client
• Inspect field work, and work with the Quality Control team to perform necessary tests and quality control assessments on-site
• Understand the quality requirements of the client, Harder Mechanical Contractors, and specific local and state regulations.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Demonstrated experience in AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, and 3D Modeling software (Autodesk products preferred)
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Plant 3D software
• Ability to communicate and work professionally with a broad spectrum of people including employees, craft, and clients
• Knowledge of quality control legal standards and procedures
• Organized and productive
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis

Education/Experience:

• 2+ years of experience with strong 3D piping knowledge
• Previous experience with high purity examination
• A current or previous AWS CWI or LEV II certification
• Previous experience with structural and piping scopes, as well as process piping detailing experience
• Demonstrated experience in high-tech tool install process piping systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth

This position is salaried. No recruiters. No phone calls, please.

About Harder

Harder builds sophisticated, modern mechanical solutions that tackle the industry's most complex construction challenges. For over eighty years, Harder Mechanical has continuously refined its processes, creating safe environments from which our skilled staff can focus on the quality craftsmanship we demand. For each industry we serve, Harder stands as the leading service provider in the region and as the needs of industry evolve, we apply our expertise to each new challenge.

Harder Mechanical Contractors are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.  

Harder is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.   

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.