Quality Control Technician Trainee

Northeast Paving; Northfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Northeast Paving is seeking a Quality Control Technician Trainee in Northfield, MA. This hourly, entry-level role is designed for someone with a strong attention to detail and a desire to learn the paving trade.

You will be trained to test aggregate and asphalt, document results, calibrate lab equipment, and prepare QC reports on active projects. The position is outdoors, requires a valid driver’s license, and offers starting pay of $20 per hour, plus benefits including medical, vision and

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; willing to train.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 1–2 years of science or laboratory education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Test aggregate and asphalt to control quality of hot mix production.
• Learn test methods including DOT regulations.
• Document QC test results and develop corrective recommendations.
• Calibrate lab equipment and conduct equipment testing.
• Prepare QC reports and assist with other duties on site.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science/lab education

Job description

Willing to Train Qualified Applicants

Job Type

40+ Hours/Week

Pay Range

Starting at $20 an hour

Benefits

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k) Plan

General Description

A Quality Control Technician Trainee is an hourly, skilled craft position. The position is best suited to someone that has a desire to learn, with a strong attention to detail, and is interested in a career in the paving industry. The person selected for this position will be taught to perform any combination of the duties described more fully below.

Key Duties of a Quality Control Trainee

Learn to test aggregate and asphalt to control the quality of the production of hot mix asphalt

• Learn test methods including but not limited to DOT regulations
• Develop effective communication skills and how to document QC test results
• Learn to calibrate lab equipment and conduct equipment testing
• Learn to prepare various QC reports and develop corrective recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Qualification Requirements of a Quality Control Technician Trainee

Education and Experience This position is an entry-level job and we are willing to train .

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively on the job site
• 1-2 years of science and laboratory education is preferred, but not required.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Demonstrate Safety 1st

It is important for members of the Northeast Paving team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.

• Assess work environment for possible hazards.
• Proper use of personal protective equipment and tools
• Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
• Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
• Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Quality Control Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day, frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in all types of weather.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis up to 50 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Quality Control Technician encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.

Why Join Northeast Paving

Northeast Paving offers its employees competitive wages, amazing benefits and the opportunity for personal growth through in-house training and the Career Progression Path. Northeast Paving is built from the hard work, integrity, and ingenuity of its employees. If you are ready to work hard, rise to the challenge and ready to seek new opportunities then Northeast Paving is the right place for you! Northeast Paving is waiting for your application.

Northeast Paving is New England's leading general contractor specializing in asphalt production, roadway paving, and heavy civil construction. Every year, we plan and build hundreds of public and privately funded projects safely, successfully, and with an innovative approach to give our clients the greatest possible value for their investment. Northeast Paving is a subsidiary of Vinci Construction USA. Vinci Construction USA also has multiple other subsidiaries including Senate Asphalt, Virginia Paving, Dirigo Materials, Cold River Materials and Copiam.

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.

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