Quality Control Technician, Aggregates

Heidelberg Materials AG; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Industry leading benefits package

Pension + RRSP options

Training & career growth opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Canada in Calgary, AB is seeking a Quality Control Technician for Aggregates. You will collect samples, perform sieve and moisture tests, and ensure product quality across pits and production belts.

This role requires travel across Southern Alberta, a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team while maintaining accurate records and calibration.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to follow structured field and lab procedures.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work and working independently or in a team.
• Experience operating drones or holding a drone license is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Collect aggregate samples from pits, quarries, stockpiles, autosamplers, and production belts following standardized procedures.
• Travel regularly throughout Southern Alberta to visit various aggregate pits and support sampling. A pool vehicle is available for business travel.
• Perform routine sampling and testing of materials to ensure product quality and compliance (sieve analysis, gradation checks, moisture content tests).
• Support troubleshooting by identifying quality issues and contributing to corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams while maintaining records, calibration, and safe work areas.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Independent & team player

Valid Class 5 license

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Sieve analysis equipment

Moisture content testing tools

Testing calibration procedures

Job description

Quality Control Technician, Aggregates page is loaded## Quality Control Technician, Aggregateslocations: Calgary, AB: 202069 RR 241 Vulcan County, AB (CAN): Medicine Hat, AB: CAN > AB > Cochrane > 900 River Heights Drtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10018772Line of Business: AggregatesPay Range: $67,640.00 - $85,680.00**Quality Control Technician - Aggregates****Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.****What You'll Be Doing*** Collect aggregate samples from pits, quarries, stockpiles, autosamplers, and production belts following standardized procedures.* Travel regularly throughout Southern Alberta, including frequent trips from Calgary and through to Medicine Hat, to visit various aggregate pits along the way to support sampling and quality activities. A pool vehicle will be available for business-related travel.* Conduct routine sampling and testing of materials to ensure product quality and compliance including sieve analysis, gradation checks, moisture content tests, and other aggregate-related tests.* Support troubleshooting efforts by identifying quality issues and contributing to corrective actions.* Collaborate with production and quality teams while maintaining accurate records, proper equipment calibration, and safe, organized work areas.**What We Are Looking For*** Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field preferred, with experience in aggregate, mining, and construction environments.* Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and ability to follow structured field and lab procedures.* Comfortable performing physically demanding work and working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.* Experience operating drones or holding a valid drone license is an asset.* Valid Class 5 driver's license.**Work Environment*** Work performed in both laboratory and outdoor industrial settings.* Frequent regional travel is required, including significant driving to aggregate pit locations throughout Southern Alberta.* Exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and moving equipment.* Role may involve standing, walking, operating testing tools or machinery, and lifting up to 50lbs as part of regular job duties.* Use of personal protective equipment required.**What We Offer*** Competitive base salary $67,640 - $81,170* Industry leading benefits package, including health, dental, and wellness* Pension plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions and RRSP options* Opportunities for training, development, career growth within a global organizationHeidelberg Materials welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.