Asphalt Quality Control Technician

Position Description E.R. Snell Contractor is looking for an Asphalt Quality Control Technician. The Quality Control Technician position entails the testing and inspection of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) materials used to construct pavements to ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications. What will you be doing? This position is responsible for controlling the quality of the production of hot mix asphalt through inspection of the plant, production materials, and jobsite review as well as conducting routine and special laboratory testing to ensure conformance standards. Proficiently and accurately sample and conduct visual inspection and laboratory testing of construction materials according to the appropriate standard test methods to insure quality control of products at the point of production, shipping and arrival on the jobsite. Communicate and document test results to plant operator, supervisor and operations. Review mix designs and product to job specifications of upcoming projects. Prepare various QC reports and formulating specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues. Visually inspecting stockpiles, materials sources, plant and truck loads at plant sites. Conduct testing and assisting in plant inspection and calibration to insure the proper quality of the product. Verify outside construction materials testing laboratory results and maintain accurate, timely records of test data, product quality, and defective materials. Perform various tests in an orderly, efficient, and accurate manner. Prepare various QC reports and formulate specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues; and work with outside venders, agencies, and customers on a variety of quality related issues. Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts. The above listed duties require periods of standing, walking, climbing, stooping, and bending as well as periodic lifting of up to 50 pounds. Position Requirements What we are looking for: Ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of Quality Control experience. Excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards. Strong math and average computer skills are required. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to interact with individuals at any level of the organization (i.e. plant production personnel, plant managers, contractors, and agency representatives). Ability to problem-solve and work independently. Job Requirements Full time + hours. Able to work nights and weekends when required. Local travel necessary for position. Position does come with use of company truck. Equal Opportunity Employer E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr