Job Summary:Cemstone® has become synonymous with high quality products and unparalleled service in the ready-mix concrete industry in the upper Midwest. Our reputation is reflected in the structures we’ve helped create and our long-held and long-practiced commitment to our core values. Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly 100 years!What You’ll Do:Within the company framework, the Field Technician is responsible for performing quality control testing on aggregates supplied to the production site by testing the moisture content, minus #200 sieve and gradations of those materials to insure they meet all corresponding specifications. After concrete is produced at the production facility, quality control testing will be performed by testing the concrete temperature, slump, unit weight, air content and yield to ensure it meets the project specifications and customer needs. At the construction site, check quality and consistency of the product prior to placement. Report test results to Operations, Dispatch and Engineering Service’s staff in a timely manner. Work closely with customers and Engineering Service’s staff to solve issues of quality, placement techniques and finishing.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Calibrate production equipmentSample and test raw materials for specification compliancePerform QC tests such as temperature, slump, unit weight, air content, set time, water/cement ratio and casting strength specimensUse test results to make mix adjustmentsRecord and report test results to your supervisor, batch personnel, dispatch and the customerRequired to keep a “daily journal” and fill out “Cemstone sample reports” for each sample takenInteract with the customer’s field production and management staff to manage project expectationsResponsible for maintaining your own testing equipment, including cleaning and proper calibrationKeep accurate records of company vehicle mileage and maintenance including regular scheduled oil changesMust present yourself in a professional manner as stated in the Cemstone Employee Handbook. Behavior is to be professional and business like.Qualifications and Requirements:Must have access to a reliable personal vehicleMust be proficient with computers, smart phones, data entry and Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to discuss technical and logistical aspects of concrete quality, production and deliveryHigh School Diploma or GED is mandatory, Technical School graduate or Bachelor’s degree preferredExperience in concrete industryGood English oral/written communication skillsAbility to use a scientific calculatorCapable of making quick and logical decisions in a fast-paced/stressful environmentMust have a valid driver’s licenseACI Field, State Plant and State Field certifications preferredBenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement PlansPaid Time OffWellness ProgramEducation AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramClosingIf you are interested in becoming part of our team, please apply online today.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that a diverseworkforce is essential and strongly encourage qualified women, minorities,individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Join us in building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
