Quality Control Technician

Clarkson Construction Company•Truesdale, MO

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician performs materials sampling, testing, inspection support, and documentation in accordance with Clarkson Construction Company’s Quality Control Program. The role supports heavy civil construction projects, including roadways, bridges, and airports, by ensuring compliance with project specifications, agency requirements, and company quality standards. Technicians work under the direction of Senior Quality Control Technicians and Quality Managers, accurately carrying out approved testing procedures and reporting results on time. The position includes field and laboratory testing of concrete, soils, and aggregates; concrete placement testing; and moisture-density and field density testing, including nuclear gauge testing when certified. The technician documents and submits test results, supports equipment maintenance, identifies calibration issues, completes required reports, communicates deficiencies or concerns, and helps meet project-specific quality control documentation requirements. Work takes place in field, laboratory, and outdoor construction settings. Field work may be next to live traffic and around heavy construction machinery, with exposure to extreme weather. Local travel to project sites is required, and non-traditional hours, including night shifts and overtime, may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to travel locally to project sites.
Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
KDOT certifications (MoDOT reciprocity): Aggregate Lab Tester (AGL), Aggregate Field Tester (AGF), Nuclear Density (NUC), Soils Field Tester (SOF), and Hardened Concrete Properties (HCP).
ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I certification.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
Basic understanding of construction materials and specifications.
Ability to follow detailed testing procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in field and laboratory environments.
Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, walk, and stand.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including assigned night shifts and overtime.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications may be required depending on the project assignment.

Responsibilities

Perform field and laboratory testing of concrete, soils, and aggregates according to KDOT, MoDOT, ASTM, and AASHTO requirements.
Conduct sampling and testing as directed by Quality Control Management.
Perform concrete placement testing.
Perform moisture-density and field density testing, including nuclear gauge testing when certified.
Accurately document and submit test results using company systems and approved reporting formats.
Assist with testing equipment maintenance and report identified calibration issues.
Complete test forms and reports accurately and on time.
Follow approved testing procedures, project specifications, and company quality control standards.
Communicate test results, deficiencies, or concerns to Senior Technicians or Quality Control Management.
Support compliance with project-specific Quality Control Manuals and documentation requirements.
Prepare and submit reports through the company's Document Control System.