Quality Control Technician

Middlesex Corp.; West Haven, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

Employee assistance

Life Insurance

Disability

401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Middlesex Corporation in Connecticut seeks a Quality Control Technician to perform field testing, inspections, documentation, and reporting to ensure materials and workmanship meet project specs and company quality standards.

Under the Quality Control Manager, you will support project teams by conducting testing, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with quality compliance through all construction phases.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• 3–5 years of quality control testing experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience performing field and laboratory testing using ASTM, AASHTO, and project specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and test procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• NETTCP certifications preferred or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Middlesex Safety policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Perform field testing of construction materials in accordance with project specifications, ASTM, AASHTO, and other applicable standards.
• Collect, prepare, and test material samples including asphalt, concrete, aggregates, soils, and other construction materials as required.
• Conduct field inspections to verify materials and workmanship comply with contract plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Accurately document and report test results, inspections, and daily quality control activities.
• Maintain organized testing records and quality documentation in accordance with company and project requirements.
• Maintain, calibrate, and care for quality control testing equipment.
• Assist the Quality Control Manager with quality documentation, reports, inspections, and project records.
• Coordinate required testing with project personnel and third-party testing agencies as directed.
• Identify quality concerns or non-conforming work and communicate findings promptly to the Quality Control Manager and project supervision.
• Assist in documenting corrective actions and verifying completed corrective work.
• Support project teams during owner inspections, audits, and quality reviews.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality control testing

Reading construction plans

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate degree or technical training in Civil Engineering/Construction

Tools

NETTCP certifications

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for performing field quality control testing, inspections, documentation, and reporting to ensure materials and workmanship meet project specifications, contract requirements, and company quality standards. Working under the direction of the Quality Control Manager, this position supports project teams by conducting testing, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with quality compliance throughout all phases of construction.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with and actively promote all Middlesex Safety policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, incidents, and near misses to uphold our core value of "Safety First."
• Perform field testing of construction materials in accordance with project specifications, ASTM, AASHTO, and other applicable standards.
• Collect, prepare, and test material samples including asphalt, concrete, aggregates, soils, and other construction materials as required.
• Conduct field inspections to verify materials and workmanship comply with contract plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Accurately document and report test results, inspections, and daily quality control activities.
• Maintain organized testing records and quality documentation in accordance with company and project requirements.
• Maintain, calibrate, and care for quality control testing equipment.
• Assist the Quality Control Manager with quality documentation, reports, inspections, and project records.
• Coordinate required testing with project personnel and third-party testing agencies as directed.
• Identify quality concerns or non-conforming work and communicate findings promptly to the Quality Control Manager and project supervision.
• Assist in documenting corrective actions and verifying completed corrective work.
• Support project teams during owner inspections, audits, and quality reviews.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or technical training in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 3-5 years of quality control testing experience in heavy civil, highway, bridge, roadway, asphalt, concrete, or related construction.
• Experience performing field and laboratory testing using ASTM, AASHTO, and project specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and test procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• NETTCP certifications preferred or the ability to obtain required certifications.
• Heavy civil construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to various project sites.

Necessary Attributes:

• Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles to create a cohesive team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Ability to work efficiently within a team, maintaining high levels of productivity and teamwork.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reliance on experience and judgment to plan and achieve goals effectively.
• Dedicated, hardworking, and committed to quality standards.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include

• medical
• dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents
• employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• top-tier 401k with matching
• tuition reimbursement
• industry leading referral program
• generous paid time off

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.