Quality control tech

Full job description

Subsidiary: Barrett Industries

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. Barrett Paving is a leader in heavy civil construction with a vertically integrated value chain which includes aggregate production, hot mix asphalt plants, asphalt paving services, and a wide range of road construction work. We engage in heavy civil and commercial construction projects in counties throughout Upstate NY, specializing in airport and highway work. The mission of Barrett Paving has been to strengthen and grow by empowering our people, fostering innovation, and utilizing new technology. To learn more about Barrett Paving visit


Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit


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Are you ready to build your career with the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure, construction, and maintenance?

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is looking to fill a FT seasonal position in our Norwood Lab. The Quality Control 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.

If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for excellence in the manufacturing industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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Hourly Pay Range

$21.00 - $22.00

Main Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and various lab tests on hot mix asphalt; such as volumetric measurements and asphalt content
• Perform sampling and testing of stock aggregates; including gradation, gravity absorption and crush counts
• Complete governmental and customer reports on test results
• Communicate results of testing to asphalt plant, construction personnel, governmental agencies and customers as needed
• Investigate customer complaints regarding discrepancies between test results and asphalt received
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Knowledge of hot mix asphalt quality control data
• Experience with various hot mix asphalt and aggregate lab equipment; such as gyratory, sieves, TMD apparatus and ignition furnace
• Ability to work with large volumes of numerical data
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel applications

Physical Requirements

• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

• Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects

• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. talk and hear

• Regularly required to climb on and off equipment and walk across uneven terrain

• Regularly required to work from a seated or standing position operating equipment for long periods

• Frequent exposure to loud noise, moving parts and vibration

• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles

• Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals

Education

• 1-2+ years’ experience with hot mix asphalt quality control preferred
• NYSDOT Quality Control/Quality Assurance Certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits / Compensation and Perks

• Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

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