Transportation Construction Inspector

Texas Department of Transportation; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid for full-time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Waxahachie is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector (II–IV) to inspect roadways, bridges, drainage and highway projects, ensuring safety and adherence to plans.

The role involves hands-on inspection, contract administration support, and close collaboration with contractors. Salary ranges from $48,244 to $87,046 yearly, with a day shift and onsite work. Requires a high school diploma and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Grad or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspects roadways, bridges, traffic signals, and related structures to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates and documents work progress and issues arising.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans; ensures safety standards and proper inspection techniques.
• Acts as lead worker or project leader and participates in contract administration and problem resolution.

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Construction Inspector (2602930)

Job Description

Transportation Construction Inspector - (2602930)

Position Information

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact on transportation infrastructure? Join our team as a Transportation Construction Inspector and help ensure roadway, bridge, drainage, and highway projects are built safely and to the highest quality standards. This role offers hands-on experience in construction inspection, project coordination, and contract administration, along with excellent opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. Whether you're an experienced construction professional or looking to grow your career in transportation, we encourage you to apply today!

Position Title Salary Grade/Range Construction Inspector II B19: $48,244 - $76,028 Construction Inspector III B20: $51,158 - $81,351 Construction Inspector IV B21: $54, 278 - $87,046

This position is for a Construction Inspector II, III, or IV. 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

48,244.00

Maximum Salary

87,046.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Navarro/Ellis Ae/Ellis Maint 124 FM 876 Waxahachie 75167

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 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 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 II, II, or IV:

• Analyzes procedures to identify deficiencies and recommends improvements to management.
• Calculates payments due contractors for work completed.
• 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 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.
• Prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
• Serves as a lead worker or project leader.
• Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector III to include:

Prepares and reviews correspondence.

Additional duties for Construction Inspector IV to include:

• Mentors and develops technical employees in test and inspection procedures and material specifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience

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.

Construction Inspector II: 2 year's 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.

Construction Inspector II: 3 year's 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.

• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Basic traffic management and control procedures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
• Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
• Interpreting applicable information
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Medium work: Lift up to 50lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25lbs
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Nov 4, 2026, 10:16:35 PM

Unposting Date

Feb 3, 2027, 5:59:00 AM

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.