Job Title: Quality Control Specialist – Gravel
Location: Kalispell, Montana
Company: LHC, Inc.
Department: Gravel
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round | Field & Lab-Based
Build Your Future with LHC, Inc.
At LHC, Inc., we’ve proudly helped shape Montana’s communities for over 50 years — from roads and bridges to public infrastructure across the Flathead Valley and beyond. Our legacy is built on a commitment to quality, integrity, and safety — values that guide every project and every employee.
We’re currently hiring a Quality Control Specialist – Gravel to support our heavy civil construction operations. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to conduct field and laboratory testing of construction materials and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards. If you're analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in the construction industry, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As a Quality Control Specialist – Gravel, you will:
- Conduct field and laboratory testing on aggregate, soils, asphalt, concrete, and compaction/density materials.
- Ensure all materials meet project specifications and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards.
- Proactively identify material inconsistencies and assist with implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate and organized test documentation and daily records.
- Communicate test results and concerns to project managers, superintendents, and foremen.
- Support general shop and yard duties, including cleanliness, equipment organization, parts pickup, and occasional pilot car driving.
- Travel to job sites across Montana as needed to support ongoing projects.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in construction materials testing or related field preferred.
- Strong math and analytical skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Willingness to travel for remote project support.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a lab or with construction testing equipment (nuclear density gauge, sieves, slump cone, etc.).
- Familiarity with ASTM/AASHTO testing procedures and DOT standards.
- Prior experience in gravel or aggregate quality control is a strong plus.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Safety-conscious mindset and commitment to following all safety protocols.
- Dependable, self-directed, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Why Join LHC, Inc.?
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Employer-paid health insurance for employees and their families.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Opportunities for career advancement and continued technical training.
- Be part of a company that values hard work, community, and craftsmanship.
Ready to help us build Montana’s future?
Apply today and bring your commitment to quality to a team that values your growth.
