Construction Inspector I or II- Gainesville Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking governmental agency as a Construction Inspector. This role involves ensuring that construction projects meet the required standards and specifications, providing you with a unique opportunity to contribute to the improvement of Texas roadways. You'll monitor construction activities, inspect workmanship, and collaborate with contractors and engineers, all while enjoying a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. With opportunities for growth and development, this position is perfect for those passionate about construction and public service. If you're ready to make a difference in your community, this is the job 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

• No experience required for Construction Inspector I; 1 year for II.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving state vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans.
• Inspect construction methods and workmanship on projects.
• Document work progress and resolve issues as they arise.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Problem Solving

Mathematical Skills

Public Relations

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Construction Plans and Specifications

Traffic Management Tools

Job description

Job Description - Construction Inspector I or II- Gainesville Area Office (2500306)

Position Information

Come join our Wichita Falls District team. The Gainesville Area Office is looking for a motivated, diligent candidate for the Construction Inspector I or II role. This position will be responsible for monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Due to the various project scopes, the Gainesville office offers opportunities to learn and grow within the department and highway construction industry. If you can see yourself in this position, and you would like to serve the great State of Texas, then apply today and help us to keep improving Texas roadways for the traveling public!

This position can be located at one of the following offices:

2615 WEST HIGHWAY 82, Gainesville, 76240
905 HIGHWAY 81 NORTH, Bowie, 76230

*Applicants invited for an interview will be required to take a math question job simulation at the time of the interview.

Minimum Salary

$50,000.00

Maximum Salary

$76,028.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Work Locations

Gainesville Area Eng/Maint Sec 2615 WEST HIGHWAY 82 Gainesville 76240

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job

Shift Details

40 Hours/week | M-F | OT as needed

Location Flexibility

Onsite

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).

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/or 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 materials 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:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Ensures contractors build roadways, bridges and related highway structures and/or airport improvements in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures compliance with approved safety standards; inspects barricades as required.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Drives a state vehicle to observe and inspect ongoing construction work.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout the scope of the project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for a Construction Inspector II include:

• Handles problem calls from producers, suppliers, inspectors and construction project field personnel.
• Ensures adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects; ensures material tests are performed and materials meet required standards.
• Assists in planning and coordinating office operations.
• Oversees construction record-keeping activities; recommends payments to contractors; recommends change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; reviews proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepares reports.
• Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience:Construction Inspector I: No experience required. Construction Inspector II: 1 Year 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.

Required competencies for theConstruction Inspector I include:

• Considerable knowledge of methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements.
• Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• 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.

Some knowledge of:

• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.

Additional competencies for aConstruction Inspector II:

Ability to:

• Show initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Construction Inspector I or II

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise.
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• 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.
• 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

Feb 5, 2025, 10:45:16 PM

Unposting Date

Feb 22, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist I or 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.

MOS Codes

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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.