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Quality Control Technician

McMillen, Inc. isseeking an experienced Quality Control Technician / Inspector to perform construction materials testing, quality control inspections, and field documentation for concrete, earthwork, electrical, and environmental scopes of work.

The ideal candidate will have strong construction inspection experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and other construction documents. This position requires an individual who can work independently in the field, accurately document inspections and testing, and maintain a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect grading, forms, reinforcing steel placement, and embedded items prior to concrete placement.
• Perform fresh concrete testing, including:
  • Temperature
  • Air content
  • Unit weight
  • Yield
  • Concrete cylinder sampling
• Properly identify, store, and transport concrete strength specimens to the laboratory.
• Inspect concrete placement, finishing, and curing operations.
• Verify work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of concrete testing and inspection activities.
• Observe grading and compaction of aggregate, soil, and sand bedding.
• Inspect trenching, conduit and pipe installation, and proper backfill.
• Perform or assist with field testing, including:
  • Gradation testing
  • Moisture content testing
  • Sand cone density testing
• Document testing results and field observations.
• Observe and document conduit installation and placement.
• Verify installation conforms to project plans, specifications, and approved submittals.
• Perform environmental and erosion-control inspections as required.
• Monitor erosion and sediment control measures and construction activities for compliance with project requirements.

  
  Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in material sampling, testing, and construction inspection.
• Current ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 certification required.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Experience serving as an Erosion Control Coordinator or SWPPP Inspector is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and related construction documents.
• Demonstrated experience documenting construction tests, inspections, observations, and results.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in an active construction environment.
• ACI Concrete Special Inspector certification
• ICC Concrete Special Inspector certification
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience as an Erosion Control Coordinator or SWPPP Inspector

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is seldom required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear; work at elevated heights. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $45 – $65 hr. (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. We also offer a company truck along with mobile phone options.

EEO: EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.