CalPortland · 2 weeks ago
Quality Control Intern
Avondale, AZ
Internship
Onsite
InternCalPortland is seeking a summer intern in the materials division, ideal for students interested in construction management, mechanical, or civil engineering. The intern will work on a variety of heavy civil projects and mine planning while assisting the QC Manager with various tasks.
Building MaterialConstructionMining
Responsibilities
Complete Safety and MSHA training and any other site/job specific required training
Carry-out and practice all safety practices per MSHA/company rules and regulations
Assist QC Manager with all tasks including collecting aggregate samples from Yard, lab work, worksite duties, observe testing techniques on-site, be able to direct concrete trucks on site according to a laid out plan, inputting data from testing, etc
Learn about other CalPortland departments and interface as required
Attend summer intern event at corporate headquarters in Las Vegas, NV
Perform plant tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or other Engineering related discipline
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Good attendance and punctual
Ability to work independently and in a team setting
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and perform physical labor in inclement weather
Must possess a valid driver's license, insurance and be insurable to drive company vehicles
Complete Safety and MSHA training and any other site/job specific required training
Carry-out and practice all safety practices per MSHA/company rules and regulations
Assist QC Manager with all tasks including collecting aggregate samples from Yard, lab work, worksite duties, observe testing techniques on-site, be able to direct concrete trucks on site according to a laid out plan, inputting data from testing, etc
Learn about other CalPortland departments and interface as required
Attend summer intern event at corporate headquarters in Las Vegas, NV
Perform plant tasks as assigned
Preferred
Prior experience or internship in the construction or building materials industry
Company
CalPortland
CalPortland specializes in the sale and purchase of a wide range of building materials and offers other construction services.
Founded in 1891
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (3)
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2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-01-25Grant· $4M
Leadership Team
Allen Hamblen
President and Chief Executive Officer
William Mullen
Chief Operating Officer
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