ASHPALT QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - NELA

Asphalt Quality Control Technician – Northeast Louisiana

D&J Construction Company, a leading highway contractor in Louisiana, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Asphalt Quality Control Technician to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring that asphalt paving operations meet required specifications and quality standards.

Position Overview:  The Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for monitoring asphalt paving processes, testing materials, and ensuring compliance with industry and project-specific standards. This position involves working closely with paving crews, plant quality control, and supervisors to maintain high-quality asphalt production and placement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with asphalt foremen, superintendents, and roller operators to establish compaction patterns and optimize density.
• Monitor asphalt temperature to verify compliance with mix design requirements.
• Analyze and calculate asphalt core densities to ensure proper compaction on-site.
• Correlate asphalt samples with plant quality control to maintain consistency and compliance.
• Operate Ames profiler to measure and record IRI (International Roughness Index) on asphalt paving, soil cement, and cold-planed surfaces.
• Identify and layout bumps and rough sections that do not meet project specifications.
• Ensure all testing and documentation comply with industry regulations and project requirements.

Employee & Family Benefits:

• Competitive Pay – Based on experience.
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance available for employees and families.
• 401K Plan with Employer Match.
• Disability and Life Insurance options available.
• Paid Time Off and additional benefits package.
• Well-maintained tools and equipment for quality control operations.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in asphalt paving quality control or materials testing preferred.
• Knowledge of density testing methods, asphalt mix designs, and IRI profiling.
• Ability to interpret paving specifications and ensure compliance with project standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using testing equipment and data analysis tools for asphalt quality control.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining independence on tasks.
• Must be reliable and dependable with strong time management skills.

Additional Information & Requirements:

• Work hours vary based on seasonal workload, with primarily daytime 10-12 hour shifts.
• Monday through Friday schedule with some Saturday work required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a valid email address for communication.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

D&J Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.