CQA Technician

RESPEC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC seeks a CQA Technician to support our Pipersville location. The Construction Quality Assurance Technician performs inspections and maintains detailed documentation for Solid Waste and other projects, coordinating with project managers to meet specifications and timelines.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in MS Office, and comfort with fieldwork year-round. AutoCAD experience is a plus, and the role offers a comprehensive benefits package with ESOP

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical subject preferred.
• ~1–3 years of relevant experience including soils and geosynthetics CQA.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD or other drafting software is preferred.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork year-round, potentially for extended durations.
• Ability to work with a technical team and communicate with the client.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction quality assurance observation / inspections for Solid Waste, Environmental and Civil Construction Projects including soils, concrete, reinforcement, geosynthetics, and piping systems.
• Perform soils testing including nuclear and non-nuclear gage density / compaction testing & proof roll testing.
• Read and understand engineering plans / details, technical specifications, and other project documents to perform CQA requirements.
• Coordinate with soils / geotechnical testing and geosynthetic laboratories.
• Perform environmental inspection for E&S controls and Permit Compliance.
• Monitor on-site contractors and coordinate deviations with the design and project manager.
• Create project documentation including daily field reports, testing reports, and equipment usage logs.
• Coordinate with project managers, on-site staff, and clients the timeline of milestones.
• Assist with AutoCAD drafting, surveying, operations, and engineering support services when no CQA field work is active.

Skills

Fieldwork

Client communication

Team collaboration

Office proficiency

Education

Associate's degree (technical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Geotechnical testing

Job description

RESPEC seeks a CQA Technician to support our Pipersville location.

The Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Technician is responsible for performing construction quality assurance inspections and maintaining detailed documentation forSolid Wasteandotherprojects. This role works closely with Project Managers to ensure project specifications, standards, and timelines are met. Additional responsibilities include:

• Perform construction quality assurance observation / inspections for Solid Waste, Environmental and Civil Construction Projects which include but is not limited to soils, concrete, concrete reinforcement, geosynthetics, and mechanical (piping) systems observation / testing
• Perform soils testing including nuclear and non-nuclear gage density / compaction testing & proof roll testing
• Read and understand engineering plans / details, technical specifications, and other project documents as needed to understand and perform project CQA requirements
• Perform coordination with soils / geotechnical testing and geosynthetic testing laboratories
• Perform environmental inspection for E&S controls and Permit Compliance
• Monitor on-site contractors and work performed. Coordinate tasks and any deviation with the original design with the teams and project manager
• Create project documentation including daily field reports, testing reports and document equipment used and equipment idle on location
• Coordinate with project managers and staff, on-site contractors, and clients the timeline of the completion of project milestones
• During periods of no CQA field work, assist with other field service programs such as but not limited to AutoCAD drafting,Surveying,Operations, and Engineering Support Services

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Associate's degree (Technical subject) preferred
• ~1–3years of relevant experience including soils and geosynthetics CQA
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with AutoCAD or other drafting software is preferred
• Willingness to perform fieldwork year-round, potentially for extended durations.
• Ability to work with a strong technical team, represent and communicate with the Client
• Ability to work cooperatively with Contractors
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and oral communications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work demands to meet deadlines while exercising independent judgment and working independently

Additional Information

Work Schedule:This is a regular full-time position with benefits.

Compensation:Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package.RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules
• 401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Info

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.