Aggregate & Asphalt Quality Control Technician--Northern Region

H&K Group, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

100% Company-paid Health Benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

Tuition reimbursement programs

Job summary

The Materials Division of H&K Group, Inc. is looking for an Aggregate and Asphalt Quality Control technician based in Scranton, PA. The role involves collecting and testing samples of aggregate and asphalt to ensure compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate should be safety conscious, self-motivated, and possess relevant skills. Benefits include competitive salary, health benefits, and numerous training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to achieve NECEPT technician qualification within 18 months.
• Must be able to meet physical demands including lifting and movement.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test samples of aggregate and asphalt.
• Maintain test records and assure compliance with specifications.
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to standards.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Organizational skills

Algebra-level math skills

Ability to use computers

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

The Materials Division of H&K Group, Inc. is seeking an Aggregate and Asphalt Quality Control technician primarily responsible for collecting and testing samples of aggregate and asphalt to ensure quality standards and specifications are met throughout our Northern Division. The ideal candidate is safety conscious, self-motivated, and experienced.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• Health Savings Account available
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Company vehicle after 90 day probationary period
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to OSHA, MSHA, and H&K Safety policies
• Follow and assure compliance with quality control plans
• Sample and test materials following standard practices and quality plans
• Maintain test records and assure compliance with company and agency specifications
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Read and follow H&K Group employee handbook protocol and procedures
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment to standards
• Establish and maintain lines of communication with plant operations, agency representatives, and quality control supervision
• Work with sales team to address customer issues
• Generate reports and communicate results and trends to the quality control team and H&K employees
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Education, And Experience

• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Algebra-level math to perform AASHTO and ASTM procedure calculations
• Rudimentary ability to use computers, spreadsheets, word processors
• Able to work in a team or independently as needed
• Time management
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Attainment of NECEPT technician qualification within 18 months of hire
• Ability to meet standards of PennDOT, PA Turnpike Commission, the FAA, and other recognized authorities
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution
• Previous experience working with aggregates and bituminous materials
• NECEPT bituminous plant and aggregate certification
• Experience in construction materials production or use
• Basic knowledge of crushing and asphalt plants

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, talk, or hear
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to moving, mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Frequently work with materials up to 300°F
• Hours vary by project and may include overtime, nights, and weekends

EEO Statement

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law.