QC Technician- Birmingham, AL

CRH; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health & wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CRH Alabama is seeking a Quality Control Technician to inspect asphalt road construction projects, perform field tests, and ensure density and roadway smoothness specifications are met. The role involves working at multiple plants and job sites across Midsouth, following safety procedures and documenting results.

You will operate profiling, density gauges, core drilling, and other testing equipment, report findings, and support road crews.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in construction field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Abide by safety requirements and company policies.
• Develop relationships with DOT and engineering personnel.
• Establish rolling patterns to meet specified densities.
• Take density readings and record results in log books.
• Use profilograph to collect data for roadway smoothness specifications.
• Operate core drilling to collect field density samples.
• Record and maintain test results database.
• Maintain testing equipment and documentation; transport equipment to job sites.
• Travel to Midsouth Asphalt Plants and job sites as needed; overnight stays possible.
• Work nights and weekends when required; perform overtime as needed.

Skills

Quality control

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Profilograph

Density gauge

Core sampling equipment

Nuclear gauge

Job description

Job ID: 530330
APAC Alabama, Inc., part of CRH’s South Division, is a leading supplier of quality asphalt and Construction Services in the southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely and efficient manner, on every project. APAC Alabama, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify participant.

Role Description

The person in this role will provide inspection, field testing services (profilographing, density gauge reading, asphalt core sampling, establishing roller patterns, etc.) for Asphalt Road Construction Projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Abide by all Midsouth Safety Requirements
• Develop and maintain relationships with Road Crew, DOT, and Engineering Firm Personnel.
• Establish Rolling Patterns on Road Projects to achieve specified Hot Mix Density
• Take Nuclear or PQI Gauge Readings in an acceptable manner and record results in Log Book to maintain Density Requirements
• Use Profilograph in an acceptable manner to collect data for Roadway Smoothness Specifications
• Use Core Drilling Machine in an acceptable manner to collect required Field Density Core Samples
• Evaluate results from test data and make changes as necessary to keep the process under control and within specification limits.
• Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database when required.
• Maintain all testing equipment in a satisfactory manner, keeping track of any required documentation for the equipment
• Transport all equipment safely to and from the jobsite.
• Work at various Midsouth Asphalt Plants as Quality Control Technician.
• Will require monitoring due to slow or non-spec field work.
• Follow Quality Control Plans and guidelines as assigned.
• Participate in Weekly QC Calls and any required meetings
• Obtain and Maintain required certifications and licenses
• Willingness to travel to Midsouth Jobsites and Asphalt Plants as needed. Overnight stays will occasionally be required. Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Check in each morning with Area QC Manager to get Work Assignment for the day.
• Willingness to help Road Crews as required. This may include tasks such as moving barrels, shoveling mix, flagging traffic, helping fill rollers with water, etc.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical.
• Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Be able to work overtime when required.
• Be willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and / or MSHA.
• Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous related experience in construction field is preferred.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

APAC Alabama, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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