Asphalt Quality Control Technician

Virginia Paving Company; Chantilly; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join their skilled team. This full-time role involves conducting essential tests and maintaining equipment to ensure quality standards are met on construction projects. The ideal candidate will have previous laboratory experience and be familiar with AASHTO and ASTM specifications. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about quality control and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Prestations

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Paid Personal Time Off

Paid Observed Holidays

401(k) Plan with employer match

Continuing Education and Training Opportunities

Company Stock Purchasing Opportunity

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Demonstrable previous experience as a Laboratory Technician is required.
• Familiarity with AASHTO and ASTM specifications for asphalt materials.

Responsabilités

• Conduct sampling and testing in accordance with specifications.
• Perform equipment verifications and calibrations as directed.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and report test results accurately.

Connaissances

Laboratory Technician Experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Statistical Process Control

AASHTO Specifications Knowledge

ASTM Specifications Knowledge

Formation

Experience in Laboratory Work

Description du poste

Position Type: Full Time (40+)

Pay Type: Hourly

Seasonal Work: Yes

Virginia Paving Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & VisionInsurance


• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Policy


• Short and Long Term Disability


• Voluntary Term Life Insurance


• Paid Personal Time Off (vacation & sick)


• (8) Paid Observed Holidays


• 401(k) Plan w/employer match


• Continuing Education and Training Opportunities


• Company Stock Purchasing Opportunity w/Bonus Shares


• Company paid Employee and Family Assistance Program


• Company Child/Grandchild Scholarship Opportunities

General Description. A Quality Control Technician is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below. A Quality Control Technician typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the work flow dictates.

Key Duties.

• Follow the directions and instructions of the Laboratory Manager and the Quality Control Manager.

• Conduct sampling in accordance with AASHTO R 66.

• Perform daily equipment verifications as instructed by the Laboratory Manager.

• Perform or assist in performing all necessary equipment calibrations as directed by the Laboratory 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 Laboratory Manager in meeting compliance reporting requirements timelines as outlined in the QC plans and Quality Management System.

• Assist other technicians and employees if needed

• Attend and complete training as required (company, certification, etc.).

• Other activities as assigned by the laboratory manager

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 Laboratory Technician.

• Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Familiarity with 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Demonstrates Safety 1st. It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.

• Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task.


• Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.


• Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act


• Identifies and turns in near miss reports


• Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.


• Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.

Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We are proud to have worked on many of the projects that have helped shape the footprint of Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. Our teams successfully complete hundreds of paving contracts every year for projects ranging from public roadways and interstates, to commercial parking areas, to government and military facilities. In every case, we do so safely and efficiently, using quality material produced in-house at one of our seven state-of-the-art facilities.

We support a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.