Knelsen Sand and Gravel Ltd. provide premier road, concrete, log haul, and precast construction products and services. We supply gravel, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and offer reliable transportation services in trucking throughout Alberta, including Grande Prairie, Peace River, High Level, and Edmonton.
Who We Are Looking For, and What We Have to Offer
Our team is looking for a full-time seasonal Concrete Quality Control Technician for our Edmonton, AB location. Here’s what you can expect when working with us:
- Competitive wages
- Overtime pay
- Seasonal benefit package
- Training and career development
- Supportive team environment
Responsibilities
- Perform field testing of concrete, including slump, air content, temperature, density (unit weight).
- Conduct sampling and testing in accordance with CSA A23.1 / A23.2 / CCIL standards.
- Prepare, cure, and test concrete cylinders (compressive strength testing coordination).
- Perform aggregate testing, including moisture content, sieve analysis/gradation, percent fracture.
- Monitor and verify batching accuracy, including review of mix designs and batch records.
- Identify, document, and report non-conformances; support corrective actions.
- Ensure all QC equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including test reports, batch records, calibration records, audit documentation.
- Support QC department responsibilities such as mix design submittals, environmental product declarations (EPDs)
- Support plant certification processes (Concrete Alberta, CCIL), including audit preparation and compliance tracking.
- Assist plant operations with troubleshooting mix performance and quality-related issues.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of QC labs, equipment, and workspaces.
- Travel between plant locations (including remote sites) to provide QC support as required .
- Collaborate with plant managers, batchers, drivers, and operations teams to ensure consistent quality standards.
- Participate in safety programs and adhere to all company and regulatory safety requirements.
- Participate in ongoing training related concrete materials, aggregates, testing standards and procedures.
- Complete daily hazard assessments.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Follow all road safety regulations and company policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience
- Valid class 5 commercial driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record.
- ACI Level 1 Certification (required or willingness to obtain).
- 3-5 years previous experience in ready-mix concrete QC or construction materials testing preferred.
- Strong understanding of concrete materials, mix designs, and production processes.
- Experience with aggregate testing (moisture, gradation, fracture).
- Ability to read and interpret specifications and standards (CSA A23.1 / A23.2).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently across multiple locations *this is a travel-heavy position.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work in varying weather and site conditions.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening
At Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd. we build opportunity! Our team—made up of remarkable individuals with unique talents and perspectives—work together to deliver successful projects and provide exceptional experiences for our clients and employees throughout Western and Northern Canada.
Although we thank all applicants; only those selected for an initial interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Experience:
- Quality Control: 1 year (preferred)
- Concrete: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Certificated Engineered Technologist (preferred)
Work Location: In person
