Quality Control Tech I - Aggregates

Capitol Aggregates, Inc; Verhalen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Aggregates, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Technician I to assist with routine testing of aggregates, bituminous mixtures, and concrete. You will operate specialized testing equipment and ensure accurate documentation and adherence to quality standards across plant operations.

The role requires basic analytical and troubleshooting skills, understanding of statistics and sampling, a valid driver’s license for travel between plant locations, and a commitment to safety and attendance.

Qualifications

• Must have basic analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of statistical concepts and the theory and practice of random sampling.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine material testing including gradation, material properties, weights, moisture, and other required quality tests.
• Review test results for completeness and accuracy and report findings to plant personnel and the Quality Control Manager.
• Review testing procedures to ensure proper data utilization and unbiased evaluation of observed conditions.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas including tools, vehicles, and plant laboratories.
• Drive company vehicles between plant locations to perform testing and sampling activities.
• Complete required area audits.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Abide by and support all company and plant safety policies, rules, and MSHA regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement.

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement.

We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement.

We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Our Core Values Guide Everything We Do

Every Person Matters | Together We Can Do Great Things | This Is More Than a Job

Position Overview

The Quality Control Technician I assists with routine testing and analysis of materials sampled throughout the production process. This role performs basic tests on aggregates, bituminous mixtures, and concrete using specialized testing equipment while supporting accurate documentation, reporting, and quality standards across plant operations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine material testing including gradation, material properties, weights, moisture, and other required quality tests.
• Review test results for completeness and accuracy and report findings to plant personnel and the Quality Control Manager.
• Review testing procedures to ensure proper data utilization and unbiased evaluation of observed conditions.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas including tools, vehicles, and plant laboratories.
• Drive company vehicles between plant locations to perform testing and sampling activities.
• Complete required area audits.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Abide by and support all company and plant safety policies, rules, and MSHA regulations.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

What You’ll Bring

Required Skills and Abilities

• Must have basic analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of statistical concepts and the theory and practice of random sampling.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Other Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicles between plant locations.
• Ability to occasionally travel (including overnight) up to one (1) week at a time.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment while following company safety policies and procedures.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address, directly to Capitol employees, or to Capitol's resume database will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitol's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitol's Human Resources Representative or their designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an Agency.