Asphalt Materials Technician - Quality Control

Kokosing Materials, Inc. (KMI) has been a leader in the asphalt production industry since 1980. With 19 asphalt plants across central and Northern Ohio, as well as liquid asphalt terminals in Wheelersburg and Mansfield, KMI is dedicated to producing high-quality asphalt products and providing exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainability, continuously investing in our plants to ensure they operate efficiently and meet the highest environmental standards. Through our partnership with Kokosing, we leverage shared expertise and resources to deliver innovative solutions and contribute to building Ohio's infrastructure. Join KMI and be part of a company that values safety, integrity and quality.

Job Description:

The Construction Materials Technician is responsible for the testing of asphalt to ensure adherence to federal, state, and/or customer specifications. This position works with asphalt plant personnel, construction personnel, and governmental agencies.

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (KMI will train/mentor):

• Perform asphalt testing and analysis
• Perform aggregate sampling and testing
• Perform density testing on asphalt pavements
• Complete governmental and customer reports for test results
• Communicate testing results to the plant, construction personnel, and government agencies
• Investigate customer complaints regarding discrepancies between test results and asphalt received
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities (KMI will train/mentor):

• Strong attention to detail
• Possess good mathematical skills
• Knowledge of asphalt quality control processes
• Experience with asphalt lab equipment
• Knowledge of paving process

Physical Demands:

• Lifting asphalt samples +/-50 lbs daily
• Occasionally requires lifting over 75lbs
• Ability to stand / walk +/-8 hours
• Construction setting

Work Environment:

• Variable working hours
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to work nights and weekends (shift differential)
• Must have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement program included with position)

Qualifications and Experience:

• ODOT Level 2 or ODOT Level 3 certification is preferred but not required
• High School Diploma.
• Valid driver's license
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Kokosing Materials offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

Kokosing Materials is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.