Quality Control Lab Technician

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The Quality Control Lab Technician will perform quality control testing and reporting duties in the concrete and concrete aggregates testing laboratory.

• Medical, dental, vision.
• Low-cost premiums even for family coverage.
• Company‑paid life/AD&D insurance.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability.
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday.
• 401k/company funded pension program (program is dependent upon location and job type).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits.

• Perform all aspects of stripping, curing, capping, and compression testing in the concrete and concrete aggregates testing lab.
• Report concrete cylinder strength test results according to ACI standards.
• Process aggregate field test samples and reduce to the appropriate testing size.
• Conduct concrete testing including temperature, slump, density, air content, cylinders, etc.
• Perform gradation tests on rock and sand samples and additional tests such as durability, moisture, cleanliness value, #200 wash, sand equivalency, specific gravities, and absorptions.
• Enter test results daily into a computer database and distribute reports to appropriate individuals.
• Gather cement, fly ash, and aggregate materials at production plants in preparation for concrete trial batch tests.
• Accurately weigh each material as listed in the trial batch sheets and set up equipment for trial testing.
• Conduct scheduled calibrations on test equipment per the calibration schedule.
• Maintain work area and office equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Troubleshoot job problems and handle job complaints (out‑spec aggregates, low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring).
• Analyze aggregate and strength reports and identify trends.
• Work directly with suppliers, vendors, and internal customers as necessary.

• High school diploma/GED.
• DOT Soils and Aggregate Certification.
• ACI Strength Testing Certification and ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1.

• Obtain and maintain the following within the specified time frames: ACI Concrete Strength Testing (within six months in position), DOT Soil and Aggregate and/or ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1 (within one year in position).
• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, sitting, stretching, vibration, twisting, pushing/pulling controls, riding on rough terrain, use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers, driving/walking on uneven ground, and climbing stairs.
• Frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional lifting of 100 pounds.
• May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather and work in wet environments.
• Must work flexible hours with varying start and stop times.
• Overtime work will be required as needed.
• Must meet OSHA 10 guidelines and follow all Cal Portland Safety Policies.
• ANSI‑approved PPE will be provided and must be used when required.
• Must speak, read, and write in English.
• Able to work cooperatively with others.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Technician subject to random drug and alcohol screens as required.
• May perform Field Technician duties based on business need.

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP software.

Successful candidate must submit to a post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.

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