Quality Control Technician - Asphalt

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview:

The Quality Control Technician - Asphalt, reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor for the Greater Vancouver Area, is responsible for carrying out aggregates and asphalt mix sampling, laboratory and field testing from crushers, stockpiles, plant sites and road construction sites throughout the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. In this role, you will be exposed to all operations related to Quality Control and are therefore expected to take on greater responsibilities as you develop within this position.

Responsibilities:

• Test asphalt and aggregate to ensure product quality.
• Evaluate material properties for use in asphalt production.
• Troubleshoot problems on project sites and at plants, including field investigations.
• Optimize asphalt production procedures.
• Analyze and design asphalt mix designs.
• Research and develop new asphalt products.
• Provide technical service to enhance our customers’ operations.
• Resolve regular customer product problems.
• Act as a continual liaison with plant and suppliers to monitor product(s) and consult on quality.
• Participate in resolution of long term product development and product problems.
• Ensure a safe workplace and maintain safety policies to ensure work is done safely and in protection of the public.
• Demonstrate a commitment to a safe work environment. Understands the safety objectives of the organization and supports these efforts in a visible manner.
• Maintain a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Completion of Certified Engineering Technician program, Civil Technology Diploma or Civil Engineering degree
• Or 2 – 3 years related experience

Experience:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Positive, responsible individual capable of working effectively with limited supervision
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn.
• Able/willing to perform physical work in a construction environment.
• High attention to detail is required.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong computer knowledge (Ex: Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access).
• Valid BC Drivers License is required along with a reliable means of transportation

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.