Quality Control Technician

03001 GIP - GFLI; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group benefits program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a Quality Control Technician to support field sampling and laboratory analysis ensuring asphalt and aggregate materials meet project specs.

You will collect samples, transport them to the lab, and collaborate with site teams to communicate insights and test results. The role emphasizes safety, data integrity, and timely feedback to support leadership decisions and project timelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 25 kilos regularly in a field environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the collection of asphalt and aggregate samples from field sites and oversee end-to-end transport to the laboratory.
• Operate drilling equipment to procure core samples for testing and ensure timely data collection.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and plant operators to coordinate visits and report findings.
• Identify opportunities to improve field sampling and laboratory workflows while maintaining safety and compliance.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

Physical ability to lift 25 kilos

Results‑driven

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel daily

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Come help build the future, where our work makes the world work! Vacancy Status: This is an evergreen posting intended to proactively identify and connect with talent for ongoing and future opportunities.

Summary Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the Quality Control Technician is responsible for supporting and driving the accuracy of material testing and field data collection. This role plays a critical part in the Quality team and works closely with site operations and laboratory staff. You will be responsible for ensuring that all asphalt and aggregate materials meet project specifications through rigorous field sampling and laboratory analysis.

PRIMARY SCOPE OF ROLE

Field Sampling & Data Collection

• Lead the collection of asphalt and aggregate samples from various construction, plant, and quarry sites.
• Operate specialized drilling equipment to procure hot mix core samples for testing.
• Own the end-to-end transport and delivery of site samples to the laboratory.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including site supervisors and plant operators, to coordinate site visits.
• Communicate insights and potential material risks to the Quality Control Manager and site leadership.
• Support leadership decision‑making through the accurate recording and reporting of test results.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and accuracy of field sampling techniques.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to laboratory testing workflows.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety policies, environmental procedures, and industry standards.

Operational Support

• Maintain field equipment and lab machinery to ensure optimal working condition.
• Mitigate project delays by providing timely feedback on material quality.
• Ensure all documentation is organized and accessible for internal audits.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Physical Ability to lift and move up to 25 kilos regularly in a field environment.
• Results‑driven with a proven ability to deliver high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and interact with diverse teams to seek different perspectives.
• Superb communication skills, both written and verbal, for recording data and reporting findings.
• Travel Requirements: Daily travel to various site locations is required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Expected hourly rate: $22-$25. The actual base rate will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location and market expectations.
• Comprehensive group benefits program.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Disclaimers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: We may use AI‑enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including application screening and recruitment administration. AI‑generated insights or recommendations are used to assist our hiring teams and are not the sole basis for employment decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by human decision-makers.

GIP does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners directly engaged by our Human Resources team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”,

is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Our People At Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP)

Our people are among the best. Our most valuable asset is our people – comprising our employees, customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.

Our Work

The work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighbourhoods, shaping our communities and cities. We are one of Canada’s largest and fastest‑growing construction companies. Every day, our people design, deliver, and maintain infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring, and foundations to excavation, remediation, structures, paving, and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self‑perform all project scopes without reliance on subcontractors. The work we do at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.

Our Culture

We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences. Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by repurposing old roads and reengineering them into new ones, thereby keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today. If you want to work for a world‑class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!