Construction Inspector: Field Oversight & Materials Testing

State of Indiana; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision and dental plans

Wellness rewards program

Pension plan options

Paid leave and holidays

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), is recruiting for a Madison Sub-District maintenance/inspection role. The position involves highway upkeep, inspection duties, and contractor coordination, with CDL requirements and a focus on safety.

Responsibilities include operating maintenance equipment, leading field crews, and performing inspections and tests to ensure compliance with standards. A high school diploma is acceptable; more credentials are welcome.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws and regulations, principles, and practices for purposes of construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of highway.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Operate highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Ensure staff are completing work assignments as directed and report problems to the supervisors.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as minor repairs, preventive maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings.
• Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.
• May be assigned supervisory responsibilities; this role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity depending on agency needs.
• Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: extensive medical, pension, leave and training benefits.

Skills

CDL (Class A/B)

Drug test

Technical reading

Field leadership

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), is recruiting for a Madison Sub-District maintenance/inspection role. The position involves highway upkeep, inspection duties, and contractor coordination, with CDL requirements and a focus on safety.

Responsibilities include operating maintenance equipment, leading field crews, and performing inspections and tests to ensure compliance with standards. A high school diploma is acceptable; more credentials are welcome.