Quality Control Technician (Liquid Asphalt)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Industries Inc. seeks a Liquid Asphalt Quality Control Technician to sample, test, and monitor asphalt products, ensuring they meet company standards and industry specs.

The role supports plant operations, field teams, and customers with accurate results and compliant processes. The candidate will perform viscosity, penetration, softening point, PG grading, and related binder tests while maintaining proper documentation and calibration of lab equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in construction materials, engineering technology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Relevant asphalt/construction materials testing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with asphalt binder testing methods (AASHTO/ASTM) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, data entry systems).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to terminals or plants as needed.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Sample, test, and monitor liquid asphalt products to ensure compliance with company standards and specifications.
• Support plant operations, field teams, and customers with accurate testing results.
• Maintain traceable documentation including test results, certifications, and lab records.
• Monitor asphalt quality during production, storage, and shipment.
• Communicate laboratory results clearly to operations, production, and management.
• Assist with troubleshooting and corrective actions to maintain product specs.
• Calibrate, maintain, and verify laboratory equipment performance.
• Promote safety and follow PPE requirements in the laboratory and plants.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Documentation skills

Education

Associate degree in construction materials, engineering tech, chemistry

Tools

Excel

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Introduction

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.

Overview

The Liquid Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for sampling, testing, and monitoring liquid asphalt products to ensure they meet company standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry requirements. This role supports plant operations, field teams, and customers by providing accurate testing results and maintaining compliance with state DOT and internal quality programs.

Responsibilities

• Results matter. Ensure asphalt binder quality and compliance by collecting and testing liquid asphalt samples in accordance with company procedures and industry standards (AASHTO, ASTM, and applicable DOT specifications).
• Measurement. Verify product performance and specification compliance by conducting laboratory analyses including viscosity, penetration, softening point, PG grading, and other binder-related tests.
• Obligated. Maintain traceable and reliable quality documentation by accurately recording test results, certifications, and required laboratory records.
• Focused. Protect product integrity across operations by monitoring asphalt quality during production, storage, and shipment.
• Ownership and caring. Enable informed operational decisions by clearly communicating laboratory results and identifying potential quality concerns to operations, production, and management teams.
• Honesty and truth. Resolve quality issues efficiently by supporting troubleshooting efforts and recommending corrective actions to maintain product specifications.
• Dedication. Ensure testing accuracy and reliability by calibrating, maintaining, and verifying laboratory equipment performance.
• Safety always wins. Promote a safe work environment by following company safety policies and actively participating in safety initiatives.
• Determined. Maintain regulatory and operational readiness by keeping the laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with required standards.
• Compulsive tinkering. Strengthen the quality control program by contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.

Requirements

• Associate degree in construction materials, engineering technology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience in asphalt, construction materials testing, or laboratory quality control preferred.
• Familiarity with asphalt binder testing methods (AASHTO/ASTM) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, data entry systems).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to terminals or plants as needed.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to work around hot materials and in industrial environments.
• This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment.
• Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time as well as lifting, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and performing repetitive motions.
• Must be able to maintain visual focus and manual dexterity to safely operate equipment and perform detailed tasks.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, odors, and industrial materials while following required safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Values

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.