CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 1-4

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a District Inspector for Natchitoches Parish in District 08-Unit 218. The role requires leading lower level inspectors, reviewing plans and contracts, and collecting field data for estimates.

Appointment type is Probational/Promotional with a Monday–Friday schedule, 7:45 AM–4:15 PM. Minimum high school diploma or GED and 6 months related experience required. Contact information provided for inquiries.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Serves as lead worker over lower level construction inspectors.
• Reviews plans, specifications and contract on assigned project to verify that the contractor's personnel are in compliance.
• Compiles the required field data and reports in preparing partial estimates on assigned project.
• Performs leadership duties in assisting subordinates on assigned projects in sampling and testing of construction items.
• May be required to lift items up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to perform duties in extreme weather conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Plan review

Field data collection

Construction inspection

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

District 08-UNIT 218 Natchitoches, LA

Job Number: 08/190588/CI4/07.16.26-JC

District Recruitment for Natchitoches Parish:

The overall function of this position is to perform sub professional tasks and oversee construction projects to which assigned. This position is located in the District 08/ Unit 218 of the Department of Transportation and Development. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times without supervision or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

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

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:

• Serves as lead worker over lower level construction inspectors.

• Reviews plans, specifications and contract on assigned project to verify that the contractor's personnel are in compliance.

• Compiles the required field data and reports in preparing partial estimates on assigned project.

• Performs leadership duties in assisting subordinates on assigned projects in sampling and testing of construction items.

• May be required to lift items up to 50 pounds.

• May be required to perform duties in extreme weather conditions.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational/Promotional

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:45AM to 4:15PM.

Contact Information:

For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Jacob Luttgeharm
Construction Inspector Supervisor
318-357-3158

“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 here.