Asphalt QC Roadway Technician Tampa FL

Preferred Materials, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental & disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, seeks a Quality Control Roadway Technician to support asphalt testing and roadway projects in the Tampa area. Must hold FDOT Roadway Levels I and II certifications and perform sampling, testing, and documentation for material compliance.

Responsibilities include aggregate testing, HMA production testing, roadway construction testing, and maintaining the test result database. A valid driver’s license and ability to work nights/weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Must have current FDOT Roadway Level I and II certification.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for the territory of operation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on Hot Mix Asphalt and component materials to determine compliance with specifications.
• Assist in mixture adjustment and lay down operation.
• Aggregate Testing & HMA Production Testing: sampling and gradation determination.
• Roadway Construction Testing: temperature, layer thickness, density, sampling.
• Maintain test result database: input data.
• Drive a pickup truck or passenger vehicle.

Skills

FDOT Level I/II

Driver's license

Testing & sampling

Reading measuring devices

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Night/weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Region, part of CRH Florida Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services. Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Quality Control Roadway Technician

Position Summary

MUST HAVE CURRENT FDOT ROADWAY LEVELS I, and II CERTIFICATION
Conduct tests on Hot Mix Asphalt and component materials to determine compliance to applicable specifications. Assist in mixture adjustment and lay down operation to ensure specification compliance.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Aggregate Testing & HMA Production Testing: sampling, aggregate gradation and mixture volumetric property determination where applicable.
• Roadway Construction Testing: temperature, layer thickness, compacted in place density and sampling.
• Maintain test result database: input data.
• Drive a pickup truck or passenger vehicle.

Minimum Skills and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, multiplication, percentages and weights).
• Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals.
• Must be able to read and use measuring devices.
• Must have the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to arrive and start work on time.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for the territory of operation.
• Must currently possess FDOT Roadway Level I and II certification.

Preferred Skills or Certifications

• Current Asphalt Roadway Level I, II and III Certification
• College engineering degree or technical school diploma, 1-2 years experience in heavy highway or paving industry.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programsAn 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.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.