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Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

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Job Information

Central Specialties Quality Control Asphalt Lab Technician in Alexandria, Minnesota

Central Specialties, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, general road contracting company serving Minnesota and the Dakotas. We take pride in the reputation we have built for providing responsive customer service, on the job safety, efficient and high-quality products and services.Our skilled workforce of nearly 375+ employees is dedicated to quality and excellence. It's the pride our employees take in their work that keeps CSI at the top of the industry.

What sets us apart!

  • Family owned and operated
  • Best equipment and technology
  • Building the best roads start to finish

Benefits of joining our team!

  • Traveling throughout Minnesota and the Dakotas
  • Winters off
  • Working outdoors
  • Company paid training opportunities
  • We promote from within

As a Quality Control Asphalt Lab Technician you will be in charge pulling samples of crushed stone, aggregate, sand and gravel from stockpiles or mines and tests for conformance to specifications. Work closely with the senior quality control asphalt lab technician to learn about the different specification for road being created.

Requirements:

  • Must be able to travel throughout Minnesota, North and South Dakota.
  • Regular, consistent attendance and regular overtime at all assigned job sites.
  • Valid Drivers License, preferably Class A.
  • Acceptable motor vehicle record.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others.
  • Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to obtain Minnesota, North and South Dakota testing certifications.
  • Ability to perform basic math and algebra functions such as calculating surface volumes, weights, variables and formulas.
  • Knowledge of various computer applications and software including MS Excel.

Responsibilities:

  • Collects samples of crushed stone, aggregate, sand and gravel from stockpiles or mines and tests for conformance to specifications.
  • Selects road construction samples at specified stages and runs tests.
  • Records results of samples using equipment such as ovens and molds to perform calculations to measure air voids, gradations and densities.
  • Records test data applying quality control procedures.
  • Evaluates data and makes adjustments to materials.
  • Performs other tasks as needed.
  • Complies with Company Safety Program.

Benefits:

  • Group Health Insurance
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • 401 (k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Company Discretionary Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Per Diem
  • Electronic Direct Deposit

We value a diverse workplace and believe it enhances our company culture and the services we provide.Qualified female, minority, veteran and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. Central Specialties is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

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