Field Construction Inspector & Survey Assistant

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Wynne (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking an entry-level inspector to perform site inspections of contractors’ work, assist with surveying duties, and help with highway construction staking and layout. The role also includes basic materials testing and documentation of activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining surveying equipment, using SiteManager for documentation, and frequent travel within the district. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Educational equivalence to a high school diploma.
• Ability to use basic math and computers.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in transporting tools and gathering survey information for agency projects.
• Assist in maintaining surveying equipment.
• Use hand tools to locate and place markers and take material samples.
• Assist in performing materials tests for specification compliance.
• Inspect construction activities to ensure standards and report daily contractor activities.
• Document contractors’ work via SiteManager or other electronic inspection software.
• Drive a Department vehicle to various locations within the District.

Skills

Surveying

Math basics

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SiteManager

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking an entry-level inspector to perform site inspections of contractors’ work, assist with surveying duties, and help with highway construction staking and layout. The role also includes basic materials testing and documentation of activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining surveying equipment, using SiteManager for documentation, and frequent travel within the district. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required.