Asphalt Quality Control Technician

Miller Quarry; Plumstead Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

H&K Group, Inc. is seeking an Aggregate and Asphalt Quality Control technician in Bucks County, PA. The role focuses on collecting and testing samples of aggregate and asphalt to ensure quality specifications are met. The ideal candidate is safety conscious, self-motivated, and experienced.

Responsibilities include following quality control plans, calibrating equipment, and communicating results to the QC team. A workplace with potential overtime and a commitment to safety is provided.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform AASHTO/ASTM calculations.
• Basic computer literacy (spreadsheet/word processing).
• Able to work in a team or independently as needed.
• Meet PennDOT/PA Turnpike/FAA standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs work according to OSHA, MSHA, and H&K safety policies.
• Follow and assure compliance with quality control plans.
• Sample and test materials to standard practices and quality plans.
• Maintain test records and ensure compliance with specs.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment to standards.
• Generate reports and communicate results to QC team.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Algebra-level math

Computer basics

Team player

Time management

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

PPE fit test

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

NECEPT certification

NECEPT bituminous plant cert

Job description

Overview

Naceville Quarry, a partner 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. 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
• 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

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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 300⁰F
• Hours vary by project and may include overtime, nights, and weekends

Naceville Quarry (formerly Naceville Materials) has been producing a wide variety of high-quality crushed stone or construction aggregate materials since 1992. Located in West Rockhill Township, PA, Naceville Quarry is strategically positioned to serve the growing Upper Bucks/Montgomery County region of PA. Currently one of H&K Group, Inc.’s (H&K’s) largest and most productive quarry operations, this facility is a trusted Naceville Materials, JV operation (proud H&K/Naceville Materials, Inc. partnership).

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

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. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!