Quality Control Technician

JRJ Group•Walton, KY

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician performs field and laboratory testing for hot mix asphalt and aggregate materials, evaluates results against DOT and internal specifications, and documents and communicates quality findings. The position involves using quality control equipment in a laboratory and working at plants and active construction projects throughout Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. The employer provides on-the-job training for candidates without experience and offers opportunities to learn and progress.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
Ability to work independently and adapt to varying management styles and project needs.
Ability to navigate tight areas, rapidly exit in an emergency, climb ladders, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to perform fieldwork involving standing, walking, and lifting 50 pounds or more.
Willingness to travel to job sites and work extended hours, multiple shifts, and potential overtime, night, and weekend shifts.
Good math and technical skills, including the ability to perform calculations involving density, volume, and gradation.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or certifications in construction materials testing.
Experience in asphalt or aggregate testing; experience is not required, and on-the-job training is available.

Responsibilities

Conduct field density testing of hot mix asphalt on active construction projects using nuclear gauges or other devices.
Extract, cut, and test core samples from roadway and highway construction surfaces.
Perform laboratory testing of asphalt and aggregate properties in accordance with ODOT, KYTC, and INDOT specifications.
Determine whether materials comply with DOT and internal specifications.
Maintain accurate daily quality control reports.
Identify, document, and troubleshoot quality issues, and communicate findings to the Quality Control Manager.
Coordinate with paving and milling foremen, plant operators, project managers, and quality control personnel.
Communicate quality standards and recommend corrective actions when needed.
Operate and maintain quality control testing instruments, including nuclear density gauges and laboratory equipment.
Calibrate tools as needed to ensure test accuracy and reliability.