Position Overview
This position obtains representative samples of bituminous, concrete, aggregate, grading and base materials and performs appropriate tests to ensure quality assurance. Other duties include:
- Performs the construction materials acceptance tests (such as gradations, density, air, beam, cylinder and slump) in the field as required to ensure quality of materials.
- Reads and interprets plans and specifications to ensure contractor compliance.
- Checks the dimensions and tolerances of constructed roadway features to ensure conformance to plans and specifications.
- Measures, computes and documents pay items to ensure proper payment for work done under the contract.
- Performs and implements inspection processes so that test failures are corrected.
- Assists the Plant Monitor to ensure materials meet specifications and requirements.
- Performs snow and ice duties such as maintaining roadways and preparing winter equipment.