Quality Control Field Technician

Job Summary

The Quality Control Field Technician will assist the Quality Manager in optimizing the efficiency and productivity of plants by testing and analyzing data and resolving any issues at the project sites.

Benefits

Cal. Portland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at Cal. Portland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. 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 Compensation $26.

44 - $32.21/hr DOE Responsibilities Work with the plant operator on plant operations and efficiency Inspect Batch Plant, aggregate stockpiles, and mix designs at the assigned plant Ability to adjust loads with concrete admixtures Sample aggregates and perform applicable Portland cement concrete tests (in accordance with the most current ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT standards) Testing to include: moisture content, temperature, slump, density, air content, cylinders, etc.

Troubleshoot and address material/quality issues (low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring, etc.) Coordinate work with internal personnel, i.e. sales, operations, customer service, and dispatch Prepare job incident reports Analyze aggregate and strength reports Work directly with customers Attend pre-job meetings Work with plant operators, co-workers, and drivers Education High school diploma/GED ATTI and ACI certified Requirements/Qualifications Obtain and maintain ACI Field Grade Certification within six (6) months in the position Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, sitting, stretching, vibration, twisting, pushing/pulling of controls, and 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 be able to work in wet environments Must be able to work flexible hours with varying start and stop times Overtime work, nights and some weekends will be required as needed by the company Must meet OSHA 10 guidelines and be able to follow all Cal.

Portland Safety Policies ANSI-approved PPE will be provided and must be used when required Must be able to 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 by the company May be required to perform Lab Technician duties based on business need Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.