Quality Control Technician

Position Description

The QC Testing Technician supports asphalt production efforts, evaluates project specifications, and reviews statistics and trends. Tracks and maintains data in a database. QC Testing Technician performs statistical calculations to maximize product quality and performance. This position works in an office and/or laboratory setting as well as in the field at plant operations and customer job sites. This position is required to travel as needed and does require overnight stays. Job posting for the 2025 construction season with anticipated season start in April 2025.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions based on the best information available, and communicate that information to those who need to know
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Manage the process of designing, organizing, and implementing a quality control plan
• Perform Quality Control Testing of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and associated materials as assigned
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures and established safe practices
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all governing specifications for volumetrics and densities for primarily DOTs in Wyoming, Montana, and North Dakota
• Perform physical tests of the volumetrics at the plant and in the field as required
• Keep a written daily log of activities and observations and report in writing to management as required. Note the misuse of products by the hauler or customer and take measures to correct the same
• Perform sampling, processing, and testing materials used in the production of Hot Mix Asphalt in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, DOT, and FAA
• Communicate with Plant Operators, Field Superintendents, State Hwy. officials and Customer Engineering Representatives, as necessary, in a professional manner
• Prepare and maintain Daily Progress Reports, QC Charts, and testing records
• Perform maintenance and calibration of lab testing equipment and document findings
• Gather samples and materials to send off to 3rd parties for mix design
• Obtain samples for tests at various stages in the production process, and test products for a variety of qualities
• Observe and record activities of outside testing agencies and contractors as they relate to and affect both the quality of mix at the asphalt plant and the compaction of the laid-down mat
• Identify problems, gather, and analyze information and make appropriate recommendations
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and meet other housekeeping needs as required
• All other duties as assigned, delegated, or necessary for operations

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of field testing experience required
• Must be certified (Agg Field Lab and Asphalt Mix Tester) in all states the company conducts business or willing and able to obtain certification in all those states within 1 year
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Windows and Microsoft Office
• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications and drawings
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, supervisors, and customers
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as statistics, PWLs, and geometry to determine trends
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Complies with all federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License
• Ability to pass a pre-employment urine drug test and comply with drug and alcohol policies during employment

Working conditions

• Indoor/Outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures
• Occasional exposures to fumes, dust, odors, heights, and loud noises
• May be required to work 60 hours, 6 or more days a week

Physical requirements

• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
• Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform various work assignments
• Standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally
• Occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 50 pounds

Northern Improvement is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 70 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Dickinson, ND: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26