ASPHALT QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - NELA

rgroupla; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401K Plan with Employer Match

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

D&J Construction Company is seeking an Asphalt Quality Control Technician to monitor paving processes, test materials, and ensure compliance with project standards. The role collaborates with paving crews and supervisors to maintain high-quality asphalt production and placement.

The ideal candidate will have experience in asphalt QC or materials testing, knowledge of density testing, mix designs, and IRI profiling, and strong data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in asphalt paving quality control or materials testing.
• Knowledge of density testing methods, asphalt mix designs, and IRI profiling.
• Ability to interpret paving specifications and ensure compliance with project standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in testing equipment and data analysis tools for QC.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with foremen, superintendents, and roller operators to establish compaction patterns.
• Monitor asphalt temperature to verify mix design requirements.
• Analyze core densities to ensure proper on-site compaction.
• Correlate asphalt samples with plant QC to maintain consistency.
• Operate Ames profiler to measure IRI on surfaces.
• Identify and lay out bumps and rough sections that fail specifications.
• Ensure all testing and documentation meet industry regulations.

Skills

Density testing

Mix design knowledge

IRI profiling

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Ames profiler

Job description

Asphalt Quality Control Technician – Northeast Louisiana

D&J Construction Company, a leading highway contractor in Louisiana, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Asphalt Quality Control Technician to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring that asphalt paving operations meet required specifications and quality standards.

Position Overview: The Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for monitoring asphalt paving processes, testing materials, and ensuring compliance with industry and project-specific standards. This position involves working closely with paving crews, plant quality control, and supervisors to maintain high-quality asphalt production and placement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with asphalt foremen, superintendents, and roller operators to establish compaction patterns and optimize density.
• Monitor asphalt temperature to verify compliance with mix design requirements.
• Analyze and calculate asphalt core densities to ensure proper compaction on-site.
• Correlate asphalt samples with plant quality control to maintain consistency and compliance.
• Operate Ames profiler to measure and record IRI (International Roughness Index) on asphalt paving, soil cement, and cold-planed surfaces.
• Identify and layout bumps and rough sections that do not meet project specifications.
• Ensure all testing and documentation comply with industry regulations and project requirements.

Employee & Family Benefits:

• Competitive Pay – Based on experience.
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance available for employees and families.
• 401K Plan with Employer Match.
• Disability and Life Insurance options available.
• Paid Time Off and additional benefits package.
• Well-maintained tools and equipment for quality control operations.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in asphalt paving quality control or materials testing preferred.
• Knowledge of density testing methods, asphalt mix designs, and IRI profiling.
• Ability to interpret paving specifications and ensure compliance with project standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using testing equipment and data analysis tools for asphalt quality control.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining independence on tasks.
• Must be reliable and dependable with strong time management skills.

Additional Information & Requirements:

• Work hours vary based on seasonal workload, with primarily daytime 10-12 hour shifts.
• Monday through Friday schedule with some Saturday work required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a valid email address for communication.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

D&J Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.