DESCRIPTION

The Quality Control Asphalt Mix Design Technician will work under the direction of the Quality Control Manager in the formulation and implementation of asphalt mix designs/job mix formulas at the asphalt plants.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Quality Control Asphalt Lab Technician and experience with formulating asphalt mix designs/job mix formulas.
• SCDOT HMA Level 2 Job Mix Technician certification.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Familiarity with SCDOT, AASHTO, and ASTM specifications for asphalt emulsions, asphalt materials and testing.
• Possess a working understanding of statistical process control.
• Ethical professional and behavioral standards.
• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Laboratory Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.

• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Laboratory Technician encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
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• Work is performed predominantly indoors.

• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

• Follow the directions and instructions of the Quality Control Manager.
• Conduct sampling and testing in accordance with applicable SCDOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards.
• Perform daily equipment verifications as instructed by the Quality Control Manager.
• Perform or assist in performing all necessary equipment calibrations as directed by the Quality Control Manager.
• Testing of samples in accordance with applicable specifications, QC Plan and Quality Management System requirements.
• Care and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and inventory.
• Keeping the laboratory in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
• Accurate reporting of test results on their proper forms.
• Completion of all documentation used to report test results (i.e. – worksheets, sample and test logs, Certificate of Analysis, etc.).
• Disposal of waste material upon completion of testing.
• Assist plant personnel during batch production as necessary to insure product quality control objectives are met (process control testing).
• Communicating batch test results and certifications to plant personnel
• Assist the Quality Control Manager in meeting compliance reporting requirements timelines as outlined in the QC plans and Quality Management System.
• Assist other technicians and employees as needed
• Attend and complete training as required (company, certification, etc.).
• Other activities as assigned by the quality control manager