Construction Inspector 1-4

DOTD-Engineering & Operations; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) invites applicants for the District 61, Unit 216/West Baton Rouge Parish Construction Inspector Assistant role. The incumbent will assist professional engineers and inspectors in construction inspection, under supervision, with potential night/evening shifts and driving responsibilities.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, or at least six months in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or

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

• Utilize knowledge of department procedures, policies, standards, and specs in inspecting construction work and processing field diaries and estimates.
• Serve as primary construction inspector for designated areas and verify elevations/alignments for surveys.
• Review haul tickets for load compliance and prepare reports and quantities; may serve as primary asphalt plant technician.
• Enter construction project data into SiteManager & LIMS.
• Attend preconstruction and progress meetings when designated as primary inspector and provide quantities and insights for design-phase projects.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DISTRICT 61 - UNIT 216 – WEST 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 216/West 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.

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

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:

Jeffery Chatelain

Project Engineer

225-638-7286

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.