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Quality Control Technician at Payne & Dolan Incorporated

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Quality Control Technician
Payne + Dolan, Inc., A Walbec Group Company
New to construction? Perfect! We're looking for motivated people from ALL backgrounds.
Whether you're starting your career, changing industries, or looking for stable work with real growth potential, we'll teach you everything you need to know. If you're reliable, willing to learn, and ready to work hard, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do:As a Quality Control Technician, you'll be the quality eyes on our construction projects-testing materials like concrete and asphalt, taking measurements, documenting results, and ensuring our road construction meets strict standards. You'll work outdoors at various project sites throughout Wisconsin, learning valuable technical skills from day one.
Why Join Our Team?
Compensation & Benefits:

  • $24+/hour starting pay
  • $0 premium medical plan (yes, really - free health insurance!)
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with wellness incentives
  • Dental, vision, life insurance
  • 401k with company match AND profit sharing
  • Paid time off
  • Year-round training and development opportunities

    Job Security & Growth:

    • Essential infrastructure work means consistent employment
    • Hands-on training from experienced professionals
    • Clear advancement opportunities
    • Be part of exciting projects across Wisconsin - highways, bridges, and major infrastructure you'll see for years to come

      Company Culture:

      • Third-generation family-owned business
      • Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal "Best Place to Work" winner
      • Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers
      • Team-oriented environment where people actually know your name

        What We're Looking For:

        • Valid driver's license with clean driving record
        • Willingness to work flexible hours (construction schedules vary)
        • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
        • Able to lift 50+ pounds regularly
        • Basic math skills (we'll teach you what you need!)
        • Reliable, punctual, and a team player
        • High school diploma or GED preferred (but not required for the right person)

          What Makes a Great Fit:You don't need construction experience, but you DO need:

          • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
          • The ability to follow instructions and work independently once trained
          • Good communication skills
          • Attention to detail
          • A strong work ethic

            Ready to Start Something New?
            Check out our projects at and see what you could be part of. Apply today and let's talk about your future with the Walbec Group!

            We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members is what drives our innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.
            We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!
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Typical mid-level pay: $65k for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$65k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$46k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $98k

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
High fragility

Why this market feels harder than it looks

This market is hiring aggressively, but compensation hasn't caught up and most openings are backfilling churn, not expansion. Employers are filling roles, but not bidding wages up.

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.

Don't let hiring headlines mislead you—focus on concrete offers. Your leverage may be less durable than it appears—move decisively.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+2%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Associate's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024