I&C Quality Assurance Technician (Sparks, NV)

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an I&C Quality Assurance Technician to join our team for an exciting project in Reno, NV!

• PAY: $35 - $50/hour (Based on experience)
• SCHEDULE: 50+ hours/week (5am-3:30pm; Possible weekends)
• START: ASAP
• DURATION: 3+ months, *Contract role
• LOCATION: Sparks, NV
• PER DIEM! - $90/day, days worked. Must live 60+ miles from the site to qualify*

Description:

The Instrumentation & Controls QA Technician is responsible for conducting thorough inspections of installed instrumentation and control devices during and after construction. This role ensures all field installations meet design specifications, safety standards, and project quality requirements. The ideal candidate will verify proper installation, power connections, wiring integrity, termination accuracy, and compliance with project documentation. They will serve as a key liaison between field teams and commissioning technicians, providing timely, accurate feedback to support seamless system startup and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed visual and functional inspections of I&C devices (e.g., sensors, valves, transmitters, control panels, PLCs) post-installation.
• Verify correct device placement, mounting, grounding, and mechanical integrity per design drawings and specifications.
• Validate electrical connections, including power supply, signal wiring, termination points, and cable routing.
• Confirm compliance with wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, and control schematics (including reading and interpreting complex I&C drawings).
• Cross-reference installation status with the master project schedule to ensure timely completion and coordination with commissioning activities.
• Use CXAlloy to log inspection results, flag non-conformances, and track corrective actions.
• Communicate findings clearly and promptly to commissioning technicians, field supervisors, and engineering teams.
• Document inspection results using standardized QA checklists and digital reporting tools.
• Collaborate in root cause analysis for recurring installation issues and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must have reliable transportation to the job site
• Must be able to pass a background & drug test
• Must have or be willing to obtain OSHA 10 (construction)

Pay:

$34.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person