Quality Control Technician - Asphalt

Branscome•Richmond, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all testing and sampling of materials in the lab or on the job site to ensure products meet specifications of customer and/or State. Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. Update and maintain current asphalt mix designs. Select products for tests at specified stages in the production process. Perform quality and gradation tests on aggregates and bituminous mixtures. Record test data into computer and evaluate results. Field test product (monitor temperature of mixtures, rolling patterns and roller speeds, paver speed and operation, appearance of paved material for consistent quality, and/or perform in place density tests). Troubleshoot problems with product as required. Inspect and calibrate lab equipment. Maintain the cleanliness of the lab. Prepare and distribute test reports on a timely basis. Communicate with plant foremen and road crew. Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned.

Requirements

High School Degree required.
Minimum 2 years of prior experience in quality control, asphalt environment preferred.
Certificate in Basic Aggregates and HMA technician preferred.
Asphalt Field Level I & II preferred.
Good math skills.
Valid driver’s license and able to drive a company vehicle as required.
Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills.
Ability to lift 90lbs (asphalt & aggregate samples)

Nice To Haves

prior experience in asphalt environment
Certificate in Basic Aggregates and HMA technician
Asphalt Field Level I & II

Responsibilities

Perform all testing and sampling of materials in the lab or on the job site to ensure products meet specifications of customer and/or State.
Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
Update and maintain current asphalt mix designs.
Select products for tests at specified stages in the production process.
Perform quality and gradation tests on aggregates and bituminous mixtures.
Record test data into computer and evaluate results.
Field test product (monitor temperature of mixtures, rolling patterns and roller speeds, paver speed and operation, appearance of paved material for consistent quality, and/or perform in place density tests).
Troubleshoot problems with product as required.
Inspect and calibrate lab equipment.
Maintain the cleanliness of the lab.
Prepare and distribute test reports on a timely basis.
Communicate with plant foremen and road crew.
Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned.