Roadway Quality Control Technician

Blythe Development•Charlotte, NC

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned! The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989. Blythe Development's operations include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees. This large, experienced workforce enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork, which gives them greater control than competitors who must subcontract the bulk of the job. Blythe Brothers Asphalt is currently looking for a Roadway Quality Control Technician to join our growing team. The Roadway Quality Control Technician is responsible for monitoring all paving operations to ensure that the asphalt product being placed meets all contract specifications. The roadway quality technician must work and coordinate with paving personnel and project inspectors to ensure that contract specifications are being met. Once the paving work is completed, the roadway quality control technician is responsible for obtaining core sample specimens from the roadway and delivering them to the quality control laboratory for density testing. Excellent record keeping skills and being able to communicate effectively is a must for this position. This position will require availability from the candidate to work both day and night shifts, as well as weekends. Typical hours range from 40 to 70+ hours per week.

Requirements

Knowledge of proper use of equipment, hand and power tools, materials and supplies used in highway and heavy construction work in a safe manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks according to work schedule.
Ability and willingness to communicate, follow instructions and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
Ability to work well with others.
Comply with Blythe Brothers Asphalt LLC's policies and procedures including those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Regularly works near moving machinery/tools which requires good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination, must be able to move quickly and have excellent stamina.
Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects (over 80 lbs.), use legs, hips, shoulders, abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. This position will require the technician lift a core saw from the bed of a pickup truck and place it on the asphalt. This saw weighs approximately 80 lbs.
Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and climb a ladder. This position will require the candidate to stand on hot asphalt mat for long periods of time.
Ability to perform free of drugs and alcohol; including prescription drugs that may hinder the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Meet the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. General Laborers are required to be on their feet for long periods of time, either standing or moving throughout the work areas. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform these essential functions of your position, you should talk to your supervisor or Human Resources.
Must have a driving record that meets the company's requirements.
The candidate must provide a trustworthy pickup truck capable of hauling asphalt coring equipment.
Good communication skills are required.
Good math skills are required.
Ability to pass certification exams for a Roadway Quality Technician Certification in both NC and SC, training will be provided for the exams.
Position will require that the candidate provides good sturdy boots and workwear to protect their feet and extremities from the heat of the asphalt material.

Responsibilities

Monitoring all paving operations to ensure that the asphalt product being placed meets all contract specifications
Work and coordinate with paving personnel and project inspectors to ensure that contract specifications are being met
Obtaining core sample specimens from the roadway and delivering them to the quality control laboratory for density testing