Construction Inspector I or II

Txdot; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Construction Inspector I or II. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in various construction projects, ensuring that roadways, bridges, and traffic signals are built to the highest standards. Working closely with a dedicated team, you will be responsible for inspecting construction methods, documenting progress, and maintaining safety compliance. This role not only fosters professional growth but also emphasizes a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. If you have a passion for construction and a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

100% Health Premiums for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; related college education may substitute for experience.
• 1 year of experience for Construction Inspector II.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction methods to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Document work progress and issues throughout the project.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Engineering Support

Material Testing

Traffic Management

Public Relations

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Construction Plans

Inspection Equipment

Job description

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Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II (2501039)

The North Bexar Area Office, located on the North East side of Bexar County, offers construction project engineering opportunities with a wide range of scopes and manages $1.3B ongoing projects. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to work with great inspection, contract administrative, and engineering staff that fosters a positive environment for open communication, collaboration, and growth. This post will aim to hire for 3 positions and one of the positions will be for that of a driveway inspector for all of Bexar County. The driveway inspector can be converted to a traditional inspector at any time or at the discretion of the supervisor. The driveway inspector will be required to meet the same metrics and expectations as other inspectors in the office.

Annual Salary Ranges

Construction Inspector I (B18): $45,521- $71,055
Construction Inspector II (B19): $48,244- $76,028

This position is for some Construction Inspectors I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

$45,521.00

Maximum Salary

$76,028.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Work Locations

North Bexar Area Office 6550 Walzem Road San Antonio 78239

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job

Shift Details

Mon-Fri; 8-5

Location Flexibility

Onsite

Location Flexibility Details

This is for a field inspector for which hours may be other than 8-5.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Job Responsibilities

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, airports and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications; acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for very large and complex projects within a district or conduct statewide construction inspection activities for ongoing airport improvement projects. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. Work requires contact with contractors. May perform material tests and manufacturing process inspections at fabrication sites. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Construction Inspector I Responsibilities

• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans or airport closure plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.
• Observes and inspects ongoing construction work.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Construction Inspector II Responsibilities

In addition to the duties listed above:

• Prepares and reviews correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Construction Inspector I: None required

Construction Inspector II: 1 year of experience in construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Interpreting applicable information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Job Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Apr 23, 2025, 2:51:14 PM

Unposting Date

May 8, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist I/II State Job Code/s : 2127/2128

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.