Quality Control Specialist-Gravel

Job Title: Quality Control Specialist – Gravel
Location: Kalispell, Montana
Company: LHC, Inc.
Department: Gravel
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round | Field & Lab-Based

Build Your Future with LHC, Inc.

At LHC, Inc., we’ve proudly helped shape Montana’s communities for over 50 years — from roads and bridges to public infrastructure across the Flathead Valley and beyond. Our legacy is built on a commitment to quality, integrity, and safety — values that guide every project and every employee.

We’re currently hiring a Quality Control Specialist – Gravel to support our heavy civil construction operations. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to conduct field and laboratory testing of construction materials and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards. If you're analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in the construction industry, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Quality Control Specialist – Gravel, you will:

• Conduct field and laboratory testing on aggregate, soils, asphalt, concrete, and compaction/density materials.


• Ensure all materials meet project specifications and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards.


• Proactively identify material inconsistencies and assist with implementing corrective actions.


• Maintain accurate and organized test documentation and daily records.


• Communicate test results and concerns to project managers, superintendents, and foremen.


• Support general shop and yard duties, including cleanliness, equipment organization, parts pickup, and occasional pilot car driving.


• Travel to job sites across Montana as needed to support ongoing projects.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction materials testing or related field preferred.


• Strong math and analytical skills.


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.


• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).


• Willingness to travel for remote project support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a lab or with construction testing equipment (nuclear density gauge, sieves, slump cone, etc.).


• Familiarity with ASTM/AASHTO testing procedures and DOT standards.


• Prior experience in gravel or aggregate quality control is a strong plus.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.


• Safety-conscious mindset and commitment to following all safety protocols.


• Dependable, self-directed, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Why Join LHC, Inc.?

• Competitive pay based on experience.


• Employer-paid health insurance for employees and their families.


• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.


• Opportunities for career advancement and continued technical training.


• Be part of a company that values hard work, community, and craftsmanship.

Ready to help us build Montana’s future?
Apply today and bring your commitment to quality to a team that values your growth.