Asphalt Plant Inspector

Terracon•Winter Park, FL

About The Position

Performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and other relevant parties about construction sites, project requirements, testing, observation, inspection requirements, and results. Transports material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Prepares and submits written and digital reports to the Terracon Project Manager daily as work is performed. Maintains and cleans equipment, vehicles, and work areas, and may assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. The role follows strict safety standards and is responsible for maintaining quality standards on projects. The inspector may train lower-level technicians and may lead other engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent training and related experience.
Experience using a laptop computer and Microsoft Word and Excel.
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.
Complete related internal safety certifications.
For Materials work: ACI certification in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I or Concrete Strength Testing Technician; certification in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
For Steel work: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or ASNT Level II certification for structural steel and/or nondestructive testing services.
For Facilities work: relevant certification for the services or project requirements, such as Registered Roofing Observer (RRO).

Nice To Haves

Certifications in two or more of the following areas: NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, or Soils); NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, or Generalist); ICC certification in two or more specified categories; AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI); or ASNT Level II certification in more than one specified nondestructive testing area.
Other national, regional, state, or local materials-related certifications requiring experience and a written examination may be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.

Responsibilities

Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed, in accordance with training and specified procedures.
Document findings and results clearly.
Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communicating and submitting it to the Project Manager.
Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
Transport material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Tabulate, prepare, and submit written and digital data and observation reports to the Terracon Project Manager daily as work is performed.
Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
Maintain equipment and calibration.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
May train lower-level technicians and may lead engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements on all projects; perform pre-task planning and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.