Construction Inspector 1-4

Grambling State University; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a Construction Inspector in Bastrop, LA to assist engineers, monitor construction, and ensure adherence to project specs. Responsibilities include inspecting work, completing field logs, and maintaining data in DOTD systems.

Hours are 7:45 am – 4:15 pm, Monday–Friday. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED (or related experience) and be prepared for structured training and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance may substitute.
• Experience in construction inspection is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction work for compliance with policies, standards, specifications and project plans.
• Complete and process construction documentation such as field diaries, reports, and estimates.
• Enter, review, and maintain project data in departmental systems (e.g., MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager).
• Apply DOTD policies and procedures while working in the Project Engineer’s office and at construction sites.
• Serve as the primary construction inspector in assigned areas of specialization or certification.
• Determine material sampling requirements and verify materials, haul quantities, and survey elevations and alignments.
• Complete required training and support efficient project operations, including assisting other staff as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MATT systems

Site Manager

Content Manager

Job description

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

DISTRICT 05 - UNIT 215–BASTROP– MOREHOUSE PARISH

This position is responsible for assisting professional engineers and/or higher level technicians in the performance of construction inspection work. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR

Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Inspect construction work to ensure compliance with departmental policies, standards, specifications, and project plans.
• Complete and process construction documentation such as field diaries, reports, and estimates.
• Enter, review, and maintain construction project data in departmental systems (e.g., MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager).
• Apply DOTD engineering policies and procedures while working in the Project Engineer’s office and at construction sites.
• Serve as the primary construction inspector in assigned areas of specialization or certification.
• Determine material sampling requirements and verify materials, haul quantities, and survey elevations and alignments.
• Complete required training and support efficient project operations, including assisting other staff as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This job may be filled as an Engineering Technician 1,2,3, or 4

Construction Inspector 1- Starting salary is $1198.40/bi-weekly Construction Inspector 2 - Starting salary is $1372.00/bi-weekly Construction Inspector 3 - Starting salary is $1570.40/bi-weekly Construction Inspector 4 - Starting salary is $1797.60/bi-weekly

Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay for every hour worked: Constriction Inspector 1-4 - $2.00/hour

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:45 am - 4:15 pm, Monday-Friday

Contact Information

For more job specific information, please contact:

John Harrison

[phone]

[e-mail]

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services, is available here.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.