• Quality Control Specialist-Gravel

    LHC, Inc. (Kalispell, MT)


    Job Title: Quality Control Specialist – Gravel

     

    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.

     

    Department

     

    Gravel

     

    Employment Type

     

    Full-Time

    Minimum Experience

    Mid-level