Quality Control Tech

Barrett Paving Materials Inc
. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more at

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Quality Control Tech 1 -
Based in the Watertown NY labortory

The QA/QC Technician is responsible for the testing of hot mix asphalt and aggregates to ensure adherence to federal, state, and/or customer specifications.

This position works closely with asphalt plant personnel, construction foreman and governmental agencies.

This is an entry level position working directly for the QC QA Manager.

• Implements the test program necessary for the job or laboratory study: carries out the test phase concerning Laboratory studies and/or quality monitoring
• Carries out Responsibility of the external auditmonitoring of jobs or industrial facilities
• Records the results of analyses in a software and drafts the test reports: documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
• Ensures the maintenance and metrological monitoring of measuring instruments: keeps laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts, keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions
• Provides assistance and/or carries out monitoring on the jobs: ensures the compliance of industries and jobs and advises accordingly
• Perform sampling and lab tests on hot mix asphalt (volumetric measurements, asphalt content)
• Test stock aggregates (gradation, gravity absorption, crush counts)
• Complete governmental and customer reports on test results
• Communicate findings to plant personnel, construction teams, agencies, and customers
• Investigate customer complaints related to material quality
• Other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of hot mix asphalt quality control data
• Experience with lab equipment (gyratory, sieves, TMD apparatus, ignition furnace)
• Familiarity with paving processes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of numerical data Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• 2+ years’ experience in hot mix asphalt quality control or quality control industry
• NYSDOT QC/QA Certification preferred
• Associates Degree

• Extensive Standing and walking extensively
• Climbing of stairs and ladders
• Lifting up to 80 lbs
• Working near mechanical parts and heating devices such as hot plates, propane burners and electric ovens

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