Quality Control Technician - Civil

F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.

Position Overview:

To perform, oversee and/or assist in inspection and testing of a variety of quality control activities and functions of a project; to record and document quality control activities and maintain quality records as directed by the Quality Control Manager.

Assigned Responsibilities:

• Perform and/or assist inspection and testing of project quality control activities to ensure compliance. 
•  Monitor field work performed by Independent Testing Agencies. 
• Perform receiving inspections of material to be used in project work and compare with approved submittals. 
• Monitor subcontractor work to ensure compliance with company standards, project contract requirements and industry standards when applicable. 
• Report any work deficiencies and/or non-conforming work to Quality Control Manager. 
• Coordinate with superintendent for quality inspection and testing needs.
• Prepare reports and quality records in compliance with company quality procedures. 
• Process, file and maintain project quality control documentation.
• Develop understanding/working knowledge of company quality control program and applicable industry standards.
• Develop understanding of project contract requirements and specifications. 
• Document and maintain punch list to track outstanding work that needs to be completed prior to substantial completion. 
• Participate in internal/external quality control audits. 
• Review project schedule for quality inspection and testing needs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attend weekly owner progress meetings when required.
• Attend weekly subcontractor meetings when required.
• Attend pre-activity meetings prior to start of work.

• Minimum 2 years of related quality assurance/quality control, inspection or operations experience in construction industry.
• Good working knowledge of industry Building standards, Bridge and Highway standards and federal/local government agencies quality control requirements and specifications.
• QA/QC certifications, inspection certifications and/or related certifications are desirable but not required.
• Ability to effectively work well with Testing Agencies, subcontractors and project staff members.
• Good verbal/written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Pays attention to detail and has potential to identify acceptability and rejectability of work based on contract requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with an aptitude for anticipating and finding problems.
• Ability to self start and initiate work.
• Ability to work in a high performance and fast pace environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous projects.
• Ability and knowledge of use of a computer.
• Good knowledge and use of word processing and spreadsheet software programs.
• Flexibility and tolerance for constantly changing demands.
• Four-year college degree.
• Minimum 5 years field experience in quality control inspection, construction, operations or equivalent combinations training and/or related experience.

Physical Demands

-         Involves sitting, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and lifting.

-         Can involve lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

-         Work is performed in the field where there is exposure to weather conditions, vibrations, moving equipment, fumes, gases, dust, and other debris.  Noise level is loud.  Field office trailer conditions.

Tools and Equipment

-         Computer and other general office equipment. 

-         Safety equipment as required when in the field. 

F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

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• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Eligibility for Year End Bonus
• LifeLock Subscription

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $90,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000