Asphalt Inspector

Asphalt Inspector

• Location: NY/NJ Metro Area
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join AEIS?

At AEIS, we do more than inspect — we build confidence in the world around us. Our work supports infrastructure, innovation, and the future of our communities. We value craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement , and we invest in the people who share those values.

Here, your career is a path — not a position. AEIS professionals grow into QA Leads, Technical Specialists, and Project Leaders who shape the future of construction quality.

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Training & Growth That Matters

AEIS operates a full in-house NDT & Technical Training Program covering MT, UT, Hardness testing, and more. Whether you’re building new skills or enhancing your expertise, you’ll find hands-on support, mentorship, and real career mobility.

Position Overview — Asphalt Inspector

• We’re looking for an Asphalt Inspector to support our expanding portfolio of infrastructure
• projects. In this role, you’ll play an essential part in ensuring quality, durability, and compliance across field inspections, testing, and project execution.

What You’ll Do

Technical & Field Inspection

Observe and inspect hot-mix asphalt (HMA) paving operations to ensure compliance with contract specifications

Use nuclear density gauges to verify in-place asphalt compaction and density

Extract asphalt pavement cores and prepare them for transport to AEIS’s laboratory for further analysis

Perform sampling and field testing of asphalt and related paving materials

Submit daily inspection reports within

Maintain 90%+ completion of all assigned safety training

Target zero avoidable safety or equipment incidents

Submit 98% of draft reports within 8 hours — with minimal revisions

Maintain 95% on-time site check-in/check-out

Less than 1 serious issue per quarter related to Inspections, Measuring, and Test Equipment due to technician error, lack of maintenance, or lost/damaged equipment

Documentation & Quality Records

Maintain accurate inspection records using AEIS digital reporting tools

Review and verify technical documents (e.g., WPS/PQR , lab results, etc.)

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and QA/QC Specialists

Contribute to lessons-learned discussions and workflow improvements

What We're Looking For

Must Haves

NICET Level II – Highway Construction (preferred)

NETTCP Paving Inspector (preferred)

Alfred State University HMA Density Inspector (preferred)

2+ years of experience in construction inspection/testing

Experience operating nuclear density gauges (Troxler or Humbolt)

Familiarity with core extraction techniques for asphalt

OSHA 30 Construction Safety Training (or ability to obtain)

Strong communication and attention to detail

Willingness to travel to project sites

Bonus Points

NETTCP Asphalt Plant Technician (optional)

NJSAT HMA Construction Technologist (optional)

Experience with public infrastructure projects

Familiarity with structural steel construction practices

Why This Role Stands Out

Direct collaboration with AEIS Metallurgy & NDT Labs

Access to internal certification programs

Work alongside PEs, senior inspectors, and technical experts

Competitive pay aligned with certifications & experience

Clear growth pathway to QA Lead and Technical Specialist

Supportive, inclusive, and professional team culture

• Salary Range: $37-41/hour
• This range is based on national market data and may vary widely by experience and location.

Benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Family Leave

Professional development & certification support

Employee referral bonuses

Parking and transit benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Company sponsored discounts (Verizon)

Cross-training & internal mentorship opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

AEIS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.