Field QC Technician – Concrete & Materials Testing

CalPortland; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost premiums

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking a Quality Control Field Technician to support the Quality Manager by testing data and resolving issues at project sites to optimize plant efficiency and productivity.

The role requires testing aggregates, moisture, temperature, slump, density, air content, and cement tests per ASTM/AASHTO/DOT standards. Local plants, flexible hours, and safety adherence are essential.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain ACI Field Grade Certification within six months.
• Frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional lifting of 100 pounds.
• Must be able to work flexible hours with varying start and stop times.
• Must meet OSHA 10 guidelines and follow all CalPortland Safety Policies.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

Responsibilities

• Work with the plant operator on plant operations and efficiency.
• Inspect Batch Plant, aggregate stockpiles, and mix designs at the assigned plant.
• Ability to adjust loads with concrete admixtures.
• Sample aggregates and perform applicable Portland cement concrete tests (in accordance with ASTM/AASHTO/DOT).
• Testing to include moisture content, temperature, slump, density, air content, cylinders, etc.
• Troubleshoot and address material/quality issues (low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring).
• Coordinate work with internal personnel (sales, operations, customer service, dispatch).
• Prepare job incident reports.
• Analyze aggregate and strength reports.
• Work directly with customers.
• Attend pre-job meetings.
• Work with plant operators, co-workers, and drivers.

Education

High school diploma/GED

ATTI certification

ACI certification

Job description

CalPortland is seeking a Quality Control Field Technician to support the Quality Manager by testing data and resolving issues at project sites to optimize plant efficiency and productivity.

The role requires testing aggregates, moisture, temperature, slump, density, air content, and cement tests per ASTM/AASHTO/DOT standards. Local plants, flexible hours, and safety adherence are essential.