Asphalt Quality Control Lab Technician

Oldcastle Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician to join their team in Florida. This role involves performing routine testing of Hot Mix Asphalt, ensuring compliance with specifications, and assisting in mix design development. The company values a strong safety culture and offers a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow their careers in a dynamic field. If you are ready for a rewarding challenge, take the first step and apply today!

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Ability to perform strenuous work and follow verbal/written instructions.
• At least six months experience in asphalt quality control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily QC testing on Hot Mix Asphalt as required.
• Assist in mix design development and changes in plant production.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Materials Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Measuring Devices

Job description

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH South Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt. 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.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control technician to join our team in the South region of Florida, which includes the Orlando area. The candidate will need to travel in the South Florida region to various asphalt facilities. Some travel may be needed to the North and Central regions. The Quality Control Technician performs routine testing of Hot Mix Asphalt and assists in adjustments to plant settings to ensure compliance with job or agency specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing daily QC testing on Hot Mix Asphalt as required by governing agencies and at the discretion of the QC Manager.
• Performs sample collection.
• Performs data collection and reporting.
• Assisting in mix design development and changes in plant production.
• Performs stockpile analysis on incoming aggregates and RAP stockpiles as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to perform strenuous work.
• Must have some basic materials skills.
• Good penmanship, record keeping, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the company radio.

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent.
• 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 be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for the territory of operation.
• At least six months experience in asphalt quality control and FDOT Asphalt Level I & II training preferred but not required.

The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

What CRH Offers You:

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

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

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

EOE/Vet/Disability.