Asphalt Lab Technician

Company Overview: Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors. Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family. Job Description: Oversee the safe and effective daily operation of all Asphalt Plant Quality Control Labs. Test asphalt mix in accordance with NCDOT specifications. Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company. Job Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for testing Barnhill-produced asphalt mix at any of the company’s asphalt plants in accordance with NCDOT specifications Oversee plant calibrations required by NCDOT specifications. Provide detailed documentation to the Quality Control Lab Manager regarding test results to ensure mix is produced in accordance with NCDOT specifications. Ensure Quality Control Lab and equipment is kept in excellent working condition and meets/exceeds all safety requirements. Minimum Qualifications & Training: Must have QMS Level 1 certification. Must have a valid NC Driver’s license. At least one year’s experience in asphalt testing. Tasks Essential to Job Functions: The job requires the following motions: standing, walking, stretching, bending, lifting, pulling, twisting, throwing, reaching and squatting. Requires regular lifting of or in excess of 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Walking and standing may require a full day of 12 to 15 hours. Will be exposed to sometimes extreme hot and cold temperatures in addition to working with frequent exposure to dirty and dusty conditions. Job requires riding to and from work. If the driving of a company vehicle is required, then the guidelines of the company driver qualifications standards must be met. What We Offer: Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC) Dental Vision Short Term Disability Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Weather Related Pay 401(k) and Profit Sharing CareOne (EAP) Corporate Chaplains of America Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Welcome to Barnhill Contracting Careers! We are a family of builders, creating solutions that enable our partners to succeed, our communities to thrive and our employees to grow. A values-based organization. Our vision is simple – to be the best place to build a meaningful career as our company continues to develop a highly engaged, high performing workforce while maintaining our core values. Our values – commitment, family, integrity, learning and development and diversity – define who we are. When you join the Barnhill team, we treat you like family. We offer a competitive benefits package including leadership training, service recognition, wellness program, corporate chaplain, employee assistance program, medical and prescription insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, 401k and profit sharing, paid vacation, workers compensation, family and medical leave and unemployment insurance. As a construction services provider, we are truly in a “people business” and when you are hired we make an investment in your future and ours. We promise to invest in your learning, training and development: To increase performance and productivity – better-trained professionals deliver more and better work. With the fast-paced environments in which we work, success truly rests on our team members’ ability to solve increasingly complex problems. To attract and retain the most talented professionals – it is our responsibility to ensure that your professional development continues after you join the Barnhill team. To strengthen a culture of collaboration – through training programs and cooperative learning opportunities employees are able to learn from one another and mentor other team members. To better serve our clients – when our team members are consistently challenging themselves and developing innovative approaches to problem-solving, it helps build long, profitable relationships