Quality Control Laboratory and Concrete Technician Apprentice

Quality Control Laboratory and Concrete Technician Apprentice - Montgomery Locks and Dam | Monaca, PA

Brayman Construction Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician Apprentice to join our team supporting the $769.9 million Montgomery Locks and Dam project in Monaca, PA.

This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project is a major infrastructure improvement on the Ohio River and includes construction of a new 110-foot by 600-foot primary lock chamber, demolition of existing structures, cofferdam work, and both wet and dry construction operations.

No previous quality control or construction experience is required. This apprenticeship is designed for someone who is interested in building a career in construction quality control and is willing to learn through hands-on field experience, training, and industry certification programs.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in the field. Brayman will provide support and training as you work toward applicable quality control testing and inspection certifications.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid company holidays
• Company-supported training and industry certification opportunities

Key Responsibilities

As a Quality Control Technician Apprentice, you will learn to:

• Support Project Quality Control personnel and project supervision with daily QC activities.
• Perform and document field testing and inspections under the direction of experienced QC personnel.
• Assist with testing and document concrete and its constituent materials (such as aggregates, cement, water, and admixtures).
• Learn testing procedures, documentation requirements, and quality control processes.
• Assist in completing testing and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Use Microsoft Office or similar applications to document and organize QC information.
• Follow established procedures, ask questions, and apply feedback.
• Work with experienced QC personnel to develop skills for advancement within the quality control field.
• Travel to project locations or training facilities as needed for training and certification.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is interested in learning a skilled profession in construction quality control and is willing to develop their knowledge through hands-on experience and formal training.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong interest in working in the field and learning construction quality control.

Apprenticeship and Certification Development

This position provides an opportunity to build a career in construction quality control through on-the-job training and industry certification development.

Employees may be required to travel to approved training or testing locations to complete certification requirements.

Education and Experience

No previous construction or quality control experience is required.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Construction, engineering, technical, manufacturing, laboratory, field experience, vocational or college coursework, internships, apprenticeships, or other hands-on experience may be helpful but are not required.

If you are detail-oriented, willing to learn, and interested in developing a career in field-based quality control, this is an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals while working on a major heavy civil infrastructure project.

For a complete job description and list of responsibilities, please visit our career page at https://careers.brayman.com/careers/job-openings/

Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the desire to work in the field, learn a technical skill, and build a career in construction quality control.

Join the Brayman Team

Brayman Construction offers the opportunity to learn alongside experienced professionals while working on complex heavy civil and infrastructure projects.

About Brayman Construction We are a leading heavy civil and geotechnical contractor with office headquarters in suburban Pittsburgh. Incorporated in 1947 as a family-owned business, we have diversified and evolved our construction services from a small bridge and concrete company. Today, we are a large, nationally recognized provider of complex, heavy civil and geotechnical construction projects servicing both public and private sector clients.

Safety Sensitive Position

This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work on project sites, including federal projects. Project sites contain various safety hazards associated with heavy construction. This position may require working at heights, around heavy equipment, and under constantly changing circumstances. This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Confidentiality

Some positions with the company will have access to confidential and proprietary information. Successful candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

Brayman and Affiliate Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state and local laws.

This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.