QA/QC Technician - Michels Trenchless, Inc.

QA/QC Technician - Michels Trenchless, Inc.

Houston, TX

Michels Trenchless, Inc. sets the standard for complete infrastructure construction and rehabilitation with minimal surface disruptions. We've been performing trenchless construction for decades, and it shows. Our leaders, managers, and field personnel have amassed an extensive resume of successful projects. Regardless of whether we are working close to home or thousands of miles away, our people deliver consistent quality, safety, and performance. Do you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Trenchless, Inc. can change yours.

As a Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Technician in the rehabilitation construction industry, you will support Project Managers with quality assurance, quality control, and technical assignments related to trenchless infrastructure rehabilitation projects. Responsibilities include performing and documenting inspections, testing, and evaluations associated with Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP), Spray-In-Place Pipe (SIPP), geopolymer applications, manhole rehabilitation, sewer and stormwater asset renewal, and related rehabilitation technologies.

This role will require 70-90% travel.

Why Michels Trenchless, Inc.?

• We extend the limits of possibilities in trenchless construction
• We will never ask you to prioritize speed ahead of safety
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We share experience and insights to develop industry leaders
• We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies, a global leader in energy and infrastructure construction
• Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements, including medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan, legal plan, and identity theft and monitoring plan. 15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually.

Why you?

• You take pride in completing projects others would not attempt
• You want to take the lead with evolving technology
• You enjoy knowing the best work requires a total team effort
• You like to know your ideas and dedication are noticed and appreciated
• You are a great communicator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring field operations to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, manufacturer requirements, and client contract documents.
• Conduct pre-installation, installation, and post-installation inspections.
• Verify material conformance; review liner installation parameters.
• Monitor curing processes; perform thickness and quality assessments.
• Evaluate geopolymer application consistency and structural performance.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting inspections, testing activities, observations, and corrective actions.
• Analyze project data, determine compliance with design and bid specifications, and provide recommendations to ensure successful project execution.

What it takes:

• 3-5 years of related experience in the trenchless infrastructure industry
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Travel Required
• Working knowledge of ASTM standards, NASSCO guidelines, trenchless rehabilitation methods, CCTV inspection practices, and underground utility rehabilitation is highly desirable.