Construction Inspector 1-4

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks capable individuals for Construction Inspector roles in District 61, Unit 236/East Baton Rouge Parish. The job supports professional engineers and inspectors, requiring flexibility for night/evening/weekend shifts and exposure to challenging weather or conditions.

Appointment may be Probational or Promotional across Construction Inspector 1–4 levels, with hourly wages from $14.98 to $22.47 plus a $2 premium per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or six months of sub-professional engineering/related experience.
• Ability to interpret department procedures, policies, standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction work and process related documents such as field diaries and estimates.
• Serve as primary construction inspector in assigned areas and verify elevations/alignments.
• Review haul tickets for compliance and prepare reports and calculations.
• Enter project data into SiteManager and LIMS databases.
• Attend preconstruction and progress meetings as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SiteManager

LIMS

Job description

DISTRICT 61 - UNIT 236 – EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About this position:

The overall function of this position is responsible for assisting professional engineer and/or higher level inspectors in the performance of construction inspection work. This position is located in District 61, Unit 236/East Baton Rouge Parish of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Construction Inspector Supervisor. This position is subject to drug testing per LADOTD policies and work shift work such as nights, evenings, weekends, and rotating. This position requires a class E driver’s license at time of appointment and may work in extreme weather or hazardous conditions. 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.

Job Duties:

• Utilize a thorough knowledge and understanding of department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the inspection of construction work and the processing of construction‑related documents such as field diaries and partial or final estimates.

• Serve as primary construction inspector in area or areas of specialization or certification. Determine sample requirements for area(s) of expertise. Verify elevations/alignments work for surveys.

• Review haul tickets to determine if loads are in compliance with authorized/approved load quantities/volume. Prepare work reports, estimates quantities, and performs mathematical calculations necessary to complete paperwork. May serve as the primary asphalt plant technician.

• Enter construction project data into appropriate computer database or application (SiteManager & LIMS).

• Attend preconstruction and progress meetings when designated as primary construction inspector for a project. Determine anticipated quantities and provide construction insight for projects in design phase.

Position‑Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This Position may be filled as a Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on applicant's qualifications.

Compensation:

• Construction Inspector 1 - $14.98/hourly

• Construction Inspector 2 - $17.15/hourly

• Construction Inspector 3 - $19.63/hourly

• Construction Inspector 4 - $22.47/hourly

** Additional $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Alanna Cooley

Project Engineer

225-925-7921

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.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

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