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CQA Technician

Pipersville, PAOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • CQA
  • Solid Waste
  • Environmental
  • Civil Construction
  • soils
  • concrete
  • geosynthetics
  • piping systems
  • soils testing
  • compaction testing

Nice to have

  • AutoCAD
  • drafting software
  • Surveying
  • Engineering Support Services

Role summary

RESPEC is seeking a CQA Technician for their Pipersville location to perform construction quality assurance inspections and maintain documentation for Solid Waste, Environmental, and Civil Construction Projects. Responsibilities include testing soils, concrete, and geosynthetics, reading engineering plans, coordinating with labs and contractors, performing environmental inspections, and creating field and testing reports. The role also involves assisting with AutoCAD drafting, Surveying, Operations, and Engineering Support Services during downtime. The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree, 1-3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and strong organizational and communication skills.

RESPEC seeks a CQA Technician to support our Pipersville location.

The Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Technician is responsible for performing construction quality assurance inspections and maintaining detailed documentation for Solid Waste and other projects. This role works closely with Project Managers to ensure project specifications, standards, and timelines are met. Additional responsibilities include:

  • Perform construction quality assurance observation / inspections for Solid Waste, Environmental and Civil Construction Projects which include but is not limited to soils, concrete, concrete reinforcement, geosynthetics, and mechanical (piping) systems observation / testing
  • Perform soils testing including nuclear and non-nuclear gage density / compaction testing & proof roll testing
  • Read and understand engineering plans / details, technical specifications, and other project documents as needed to understand and perform project CQA requirements
  • Perform coordination with soils / geotechnical testing and geosynthetic testing laboratories
  • Perform environmental inspection for E&S controls and Permit Compliance
  • Monitor on-site contractors and work performed. Coordinate tasks and any deviation with the original design with the teams and project manager
  • Create project documentation including daily field reports, testing reports and document equipment used and equipment idle on location
  • Coordinate with project managers and staff, on-site contractors, and clients the timeline of the completion of project milestones
  • During periods of no CQA field work, assist with other field service programs such as but not limited to AutoCAD drafting, Surveying, Operations, and Engineering Support Services

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Associate's degree (Technical subject) preferred
  • ~1–3 years of relevant experience including soils and geosynthetics CQA
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience with AutoCAD or other drafting software is preferred
  • Willingness to perform fieldwork year-round, potentially for extended durations.
  • Ability to work with a strong technical team, represent and communicate with the Client
  • Ability to work cooperatively with Contractors
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Good written and oral communications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize work demands to meet deadlines while exercising independent judgment and working independently

Work Schedule: This is a regular full-time position with benefits. 

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

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