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 Technician. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

• One (1) or two (2) years of college or equivalent (e.g. trade school, specialized training).
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Must have 3-5 years field and plant experience in testing and controlling the quality of asphalt pavement materials and construction aggregates.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Physical Demands The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Quality Control Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.

KEY DUTIES

• This position is responsible for controlling the quality of the production of hot mix asphalt through inspection of the plant, production materials, and jobsite review as well as conducting routine and special laboratory testing to ensure conformance standards
• Proficiently and accurately sample and conduct visual inspection and laboratory testing of construction materials according to the appropriate standard test methods to insure quality control of products at the point of production, shipping and arrival on the jobsite
• Test methods include but not limited to DOT regulations.
• Communicate and document test results to plant operator, supervisor and operations
• Review mix designs and product to job specifications of upcoming projects
• Perform jobsite inspection, customer service and troubleshooting as needed
• Prepare various QC reports and formulating specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues
• Visually inspecting stockpiles, materials sources, plant and truck loads at plant sites
• Conduct testing and assisting in plant inspection and calibration to insure the proper quality of the product
• Verify outside construction materials testing laboratory results and maintain accurate, timely records of test data, product quality, and defective materials
• Prepare statistical summary quality reports on company product lines
• Serve as a technical resource to operations, sales and customers
• Keep informed of professional and technical developments of new specifications to maintain and improve operational efficiencies by attending relevant technical meetings
• Possess and demonstrate a strong working knowledge of asphalt and plant operations
• Perform various tests in an orderly, efficient, and accurate manner
• Complete understanding of mix design characteristics for asphalt products and various product specifications
• Strong math and average computer skills are required
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to interact with individuals at any level of the organization (i.e. plant production personnel, plant managers, contractors, and agency representatives)
• Ability to problem-solve and work independently
• Prepare various QC reports and formulate specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues; and work with outside venders, agencies, and customers on a variety of quality related issues
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Physical Demands The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Quality Control Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions