Quality Control Field Technician

Quality Control (Qc) Field Technician

Fort Myer Construction Corporation is the DMV's leading infrastructure construction company. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions – Fort Myer is the place for you. We reward our team members with competitive pay and a robust benefits package, in many cases paying 100% for medical, dental and vision insurance as well as free parking. Our mission is to serve the communities we call home by "helping build the American Dream" in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Our nearly 800 team members take pride in their work and as a result, our projects have received local and national awards. If you do not mind hard work desire job securities associated with essential infrastructure projects and want to make a difference in our communities then, please consider joining the Fort Myer Family.

Summary: The Quality Control (QC) Field Technician is responsible for daily sampling and testing of materials in the lab and/or the field and ensuring finished goods meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow quality control plans or guidelines as assigned.
• Procure samples of asphalt for DOT compliance
• Complete daily paperwork and test logs
• Conduct field production and testing of asphalt
• Perform daily quality control testing and analysis of asphalt samples
• Responsible for safely operating, maintaining, and caring for assigned testing equipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• MARTCP Asphalt Field Technician Certification OR VDOT Field Level II Certification
• U.S. DOT Radiation HAZMAT Certification
• 1-3 years of laboratory experience (industry experience preferred)
• Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
• Must be 18 years or older
• Experience with various hot mix asphalt and aggregate lab equipment, such as gyratory compactors, sieves and ignition furnace
• Well-established organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Experience using thin lift nuclear asphalt density gauge and coring rig
• Solid math and reading skills, with the ability to understand technical manuals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word/Excel

Working Conditions:

• May require standing for extended periods
• Prolonged exposure to the elements
• Ability to kneel, bend, and lift heavy materials
• Laboratory setting with exposure to chemicals and laboratory equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses, contacts)
• Climbing stairs daily to get to workstation
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

*Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, nation origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.