APAC - Quality Control Asphalt Technician - Hutchinson, KS

at APAC-KANSAS, INC. in; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

APAC-Kansas, Inc. in Hutchinson, KS is hiring a Quality Control Asphalt Technician to perform inspections and testing of aggregates and asphalt to ensure premium quality and contract compliance. This role supports our team in a dynamic construction environment and requires strict adherence to safety policies.

The position offers an hourly pay range of $18–$22, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a large company with a local, team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment drug screening, background check, and 'Fit for Work'.
• Strong visual acuity with correction; valid driver's license.
• Professionalism and courteous attitude at all times.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, overtime outdoors.
• Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Willingness to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Age 18+ and ability to provide I-9 documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-workers and managers in a dynamic team setting.
• Champion safety and follow OSHA and MSHA policies.
• Conduct inspections, sampling, and testing of aggregates and asphalt.
• Test mixtures for contract specs and QC tolerances.
• Monitor daily processes and record data in the test results database.
• Assist customers with professionalism and efficiency.
• Support quality control plans and keep work areas organized.

Skills

Strong visual acuity

Valid driver's license

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Flexibility to work nights

I-9 documentation readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Additional college/technical training preferred

Job description

APAC - Quality Control Asphalt Technician - Hutchinson, KS (Construction)

Job ID: 528244

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times. If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team.

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Why Join Us?

• Pay: $18-22/hr. depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities
• Strong safety culture-your well-being is our highest priority
• Team-oriented environment where your skills are valued and your ideas matter
• Comprehensive health insurance to support your well-being
• Dental coverage for preventive care and treatment
• Vision insurance to help you maintain healthy eyesight
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Paid time off for rest, relaxation, and personal needs

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with dedicated co-workers and managers in a dynamic team setting
• Champion a safe work environment, strictly following all company, OSHA and MSHA safety policies
• Conduct thorough inspections, sampling, and testing of aggregates, asphalt, and other materials to ensure premium quality
• Test mixtures for compliance with contract specifications and quality control tolerances
• Monitor daily processes and materials to consistently exceed agency and customer requirements
• Record and maintain accurate data in our test results database
• Assist internal and external customers with professionalism and efficiency
• Achieve necessary certifications promptly to stay at the cutting edge
• Support quality control plans and help keep work areas clean and organized
• Perform other duties as needed to support team success

What We're Looking For

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, background check, and "Fit for Work" physical
• Strong visual acuity (with correction)-close, distance, peripheral, depth and focus
• Valid driver's license and compliance with our fleet safety standards
• Professionalism and courteous attitude at all times
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, overtime, and outdoors in various weather conditions
• Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Willingness to thrive in a collaborative, team-focused workplace
• Minimum age of 18 and ability to provide valid I-9 documentation

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Additional college, technical school, or relevant experience preferred

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affir...

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