Knife River Western Montana is looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Kalispell, Montana.
Key Responsibilities:
• Safely perform standardized testing on aggregate, asphalt, and concrete materials in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO,
and applicable state DOT procedures.
• Accurately document, log, and report all test results in a timely and organized manner.
• Communicate test results and quality control observations clearly to supervisors, project managers, and production
personnel.
• Monitor production processes to ensure materials and products meet required specifications.
• Maintain testing equipment and tools, including completion of calibration checks and recordkeeping.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a clean, orderly work environment.
• Represent Knife River in a professional manner and interact courteously with team members, customers, and
inspectors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
This position requires the availability to work up to 7 days per week as well as varied and extended hours. You may be required to
travel out of town for short periods of time.
Qualifications:
• Preferred candidates will hold relevant industry certifications (e.g., ACI, WAQTC, NRMCA, or other state-specific technician
credentials).
• Candidates who are not already certified will be required to successfully pass written and practical exams to obtain WAQTC
Aggregate and Asphalt certifications, as well as ACI Concrete testing certification.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics, including unit conversions, percentages, and calculations related to material properties.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to lift material samples weighing up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
How To Apply
You may apply online at http://jobs.kniferiver.com
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:
4800 Wilke Street, Missoula, Montana 59808
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national
origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS ABOUT THIS POSTION. EMAILS AND RESUMES WILL NOT BE REVIEWED OR
ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF THE REQUIRED APPLICATION.

Knife River is one of the top 10 aggregate, ready-mix and sand and gravel producers in the nation. At peak construction season we employ more than 5,000 men and women who have been widely recognized for their superior customer service. We are sitting on a foundation of more than 1.1 billion tons of aggregate and provide a wide variety of products and services necessary for building America’s infrastructure.
Since purchasing the first aggregate company in 1992, Knife River has become one of the fastest-growing aggregate and construction companies in the central, southern and western United States. We have acquired nearly 70 companies located in 14 states and are licensed to perform work in many more.
Our core business lines include aggregate, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, liquid asphalt and cement.