About the role#
The Concrete Quality Control Intern supports our team in ensuring ready mix concrete products meet company standards, customer specifications, and industry requirements. This role provides hands-on experience in concrete testing, materials evaluation, plant operations, and construction projects. You will work alongside Quality Control Technicians and operational leaders in both laboratory and field environments to gain practical knowledge of quality assurance processes.
What you'll do#
- Learn to operate within our safety culture and prioritize safety as a core value.
- Assist with sampling and testing of fresh and hardened concrete following ASTM, ACI, and project specifications.
- Perform field and laboratory testing of concrete and aggregates.
- Apply quality control procedures for ready mix concrete production and delivery.
- Record, organize, and maintain test results, inspection reports, and quality documentation.
- Monitor plant production to ensure compliance with mix designs and customer specifications.
- Observe and participate in troubleshooting quality issues and identifying corrective actions.
- Support aggregate sampling and testing activities.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, testing supplies, and housekeeping standards.
- Learn applicable OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
- Participate in jobsite visits to observe concrete placement and customer interactions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives for quality and operational performance.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Materials Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field (Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate student preferred).
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to safely drive a vehicle.
- Ability to lift and move items over 50 pounds.
- Capability to work in various physical conditions including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn operational systems.
- Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, follow complex instructions, and perform under deadline pressure.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
Location & details#
- Location: New Britain, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $22 per hour.
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability programs, group retirement savings, and health and wellness programs.
About CRH
CRH provides building materials for infrastructure projects. The company operates in the wholesale building materials sector. It focuses on transportation, water, and reindustrialization projects. The business maintains a network of local relationships to support its operations. It is headquartered in Dublin.
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