Field QC Technician – Travel & On-site Materials Testing

GWC Capital; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

WW Clyde is seeking a Quality Control – Field Technician to support project teams across northern and western Arizona. You will sample and test construction materials in the field and laboratory, ensuring compliance with ADOT, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.

The role involves field travel, occasional overnight stays, and coordination with crushing, plant, and paving operations. Certifications and safety training are required, with opportunities to advance in field testing specialties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to obtain ATTI Field Technician and ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Radiation Safety Training for nuclear gauge operation.
• Basic math and computer skills for test calculations, data entry, and reporting.
• Strong communication skills, self‑motivated, and able to work well with crews and project teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout northern and western Arizona, including overnight stays, and to work long hours and 6–7 days a week at times.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Sample and test aggregates, soils, base, hot mix asphalt, and concrete in the field and lab per specifications.
• Test stockpiled materials at crusher, plant, and jobsite; verify gradation, asphalt content, and mix design.
• Perform in-place density testing on soils, base, and asphalt; collect asphalt cores as required.
• Conduct concrete field testing: slump, air content, temp, cylinder fabrication.
• Review project specs to determine testing frequency and acceptance requirements.
• Communicate results to foremen, plant operators, and project teams; escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate test data, records, and calibration logs.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Math & computer skills

Certification readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

ATTI Field Technician certification within 6 months

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I within 6 months

Radiation Safety Training for nuclear gauge

MSHA Part 46 training

Tools

ATTI Certifications

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Job description

WW Clyde is seeking a Quality Control – Field Technician to support project teams across northern and western Arizona. You will sample and test construction materials in the field and laboratory, ensuring compliance with ADOT, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.

The role involves field travel, occasional overnight stays, and coordination with crushing, plant, and paving operations. Certifications and safety training are required, with opportunities to advance in field testing specialties.