Description:

An Asphalt Field Technician in the geotechnical and construction materials testing field tests and inspects hot mix asphalt during paving operations to make sure it meets project specifications.

Key Responsibilities include:

Field Testing:

Monitor and test asphalt compaction, density, and temperature on active paving sites.

Sampling:

Collect loose asphalt mixture and core samples from roadways, parking lots, or runways for laboratory testing.

Observation:

Inspect subgrade preparation and observe asphalt placement to ensure compliance with engineering plans.

Documentation:

Record test data accurately and write daily field reports for project managers and clients.

Communication:

Talk with site contractors and engineers about test results or quality issues.

Engineering Documentation & Daily Reporting Standard Operating Procedures:

Execute field testing meticulously under precise state standards (e.g., TxDOT Tex-207-F for density, Tex-244-F for thermal profiles).

Field Logs:

Record station locations, offsets, test results, mix temperatures, roller patterns, and weather conditions.

Discrepancy Reporting:

Immediately issue a verbal alert to the paving superintendent and the geotechnical project manager if test results indicate under-compaction, excessive segregation, or material failing to meet temperature specifications.

Operational Work Environment & Demands Dynamic Schedules:

Paving schedules are highly reliant on weather and traffic control. Technicians must be flexible enough to work long shifts, frequent night shifts, and weekends.

Physical Environment:

Constant exposure to extreme outdoor environments (heat, wind, cold) and high-temperature asphalt materials (typically 250°F to 325°F).

Active Construction Safety:

Work requires navigating active work zones directly alongside heavy equipment (pavers, material transfer vehicles, vibratory rollers) and high-speed highway traffic, requiring continuous situational awareness and compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) mandates.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Requirements:

Education:

High school diploma or GED; technical coursework or a degree in civil engineering or geology is a plus.

Certifications:

Industry certifications (such as ACI, Troxler nuclear gauge safety, or state-specific asphalt/aggregate certifications) or the ability to earn them within a few months.

Physical Demands:

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather, stand for long periods, and lift heavy equipment up to 50-75 lbs.

Driver's License:

Valid driver's license with a safe driving record to travel to job sites. NICET Soils /

State DOT Soils Certification:

Validates your ability to test the compacted soil or aggregate subgrade before the asphalt layers are paved over it.

• PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED

• TxAPA/TxDOT Level 1B (Roadway Specialist)

• REQUIRED

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