Night Shift Asphalt Lab Technician

Night Shift Asphalt Lab Technician

Braen Stone: Haledon, NJ

Job Description

FLSA Classification:

Overtime Status: Non- Exempt

Braen Stone Industries, the leading supplier of construction materials including stone, sand, asphalt, septic materials, recycled materials and agricultural limestone, is currently seeking a Night Shift Asphalt Lab Technician.

This position may be subjected to seasonal layoffs. This is considered a safety- sensitive position subjected to the Company’s Controlled Substance and Alcohol Policy.

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Please note that although every effort has been made to craft a thorough job description, this is a fluid document which will be updated, modified, and added-to, as necessary.

We are a safety minded company and expect the successful candidate to be as well. This position is hourly, non-exempt from overtime. Overtime is paid after 40 hours are worked each week. Hours of work are will vary.

Expectations/ Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Proficiently sample the associated materials through control of quality measurements for products involving asphalt
• A bility to become well-versed in the industry related details/specs
• Perform a variety of laboratory tests in a methodical, well-organized, and accurate manner of all related product quality/test data
• Perform stockpile analysis on incoming aggregates and RAP stockpiles as needed
• Identify and alert site managers of any problematic, unusual issues within the stockpile to ensure quality control of products and make adjustments
• Proficient in mix design development and changes in plant production
• Prepare various QC testing on Hot Mix Asphalt and reports as required by governing agencies and at the discretion of the QC Manager

Required Knowledge/Skills/Aptitudes:

• 2 to 5 years’ experience in asphalt quality control and NJDOT or NYSDOT Asphalt Level 1& II Training preferred
• Must have excellent written & verbal communication skills with the capacity to clearly communicate results, identified problems to supervisors/managers
• Must be able to read, comprehend manuals & directions and measuring devices
• Detailed organization, timely filing, strong worth ethic are key essentials
• Proficient with Microsoft Word/Excel
• Intermediate math skills (adding, subtracting, division, multiplication, percentages and weights) are vital for purposes of accuracy
• Field/Plant experience in testing/controlling the quality of aggregates/materials AND/OR prior Quality Control Technician experience a plus

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive stooping, bending, crouching as required to perform duties
• Ability to lift/carry at least 100 pounds unaccompanied
• Candidate must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Employee will regularly work near moving machinery
  

Travel: This position is based in Haledon, NJ. however, travel among all of our locations will be expected

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Hours are generally 7:00pm to 5:00am, Monday through Friday and Saturday may be required.
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions
• Periodical exposure to high levels of noise, grease & dust
  

Braen Stone Industries has been family owned, operated, and oriented for 119 years. We want the best for our employees! With that said, we promote a healthy lifestyle, offer competitive pay, encourage time off to relax and rejuvenate and provide the tools to retire in style!

• Vacation days
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account
• AFLAC
• Comprehensive wellness program with financial rewards!
• Braen Gear…who doesn’t love a free shirt, beach towel, or jacket?
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• A blowout of a Christmas Party
• Summer Family Picnic (think zip lining, swimming, boating, eating, and the competitive Company softball game!)
• Safety Program- Get caught doing some good and earn some really cool prizes
• Matching Gift program
• Career Development opportunities
  

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Braen Stone Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

We are a drug-free workplace and we conduct pre-hire screenings on all job candidates.