Construction Inspector — Build Safe Roads & Bridges

Texas Department of Transportation; Texas; On-site; USD 46,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation Amarillo Area Office seeks Construction Inspector I, II, or III to ensure safety and quality of roads, bridges, and related infrastructure in the Amarillo District. You will inspect workmanship, coordinate with engineers, and document project progress.

Role requires varying experience by level, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel up to 25% with day shifts; on-site location in Amarillo. State benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent.
• Construction Inspector I: No experience required.
• Construction Inspector II: 1 year experience in construction, inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
• Construction Inspector III: 2 years experience in construction, inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
• Valid driver’s license; must be able to operate a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors.
• Coordinates inspections with various inspectors and project managers.
• Ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans for safety compliance.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.

Skills

Plan interpretation

Inspection procedures

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Tools

Computers and software

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation Amarillo Area Office seeks Construction Inspector I, II, or III to ensure safety and quality of roads, bridges, and related infrastructure in the Amarillo District. You will inspect workmanship, coordinate with engineers, and document project progress.

Role requires varying experience by level, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel up to 25% with day shifts; on-site location in Amarillo. State benefits apply.