Transportation Construction Inspector TA1 or TA2

Drive Engineering; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leader in traffic engineering seeks qualified Transportation Construction Inspectors for full-time positions in Philadelphia. Responsibilities include inspecting installations and conducting tests to ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a year of experience in construction inspection, with opportunities for local travel.

Benefits

401(k) and matching

Competitive salary

Dental, health, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 1+ year of construction or ITS inspection experience.
• Valid driver’s license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Inspect traffic-related items for compliance.
• Conduct tests on materials like soils and asphalt.
• Document activities and calculate material quantities.

Skills

Construction inspection

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction inspection tools

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) and matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Tuition assistance

Job Description

Drive Engineering Corp. is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors at the TA-1 and TA-2 levels. The inspector will ensure project compliance with contracts, standards, and specifications.

Responsibilities

1. Inspect traffic-related items (OH Signs, Message Boards, Guiderail, etc.) for new installations and repairs.
2. Inspect grading, surfacing, and drainage structures for quality and adherence to plans.
3. Calculate material quantities and work performed.
4. Operate instruments, document activities, and perform computations.
5. Conduct basic tests on soils, asphalt, cements/concrete, aggregates, bituminous products, and coatings.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of construction or ITS inspection experience.
• Preferred: Experience with PennDOT or Pennsylvania Turnpike.
• Valid driver’s license.
• NICET, NECEPT, or ACI certification preferred.

Work Environment

Fieldwork on construction sites, involving driving, walking, bending, climbing, and kneeling. Exposure to light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. May include lifting up to 50 lbs.

Salary Range

• TA-1: $16.40–$21.22
• TA-2: $21.22–$24.97

Job Details

Full-time, 40 hours/week, non-exempt. Typical workdays Monday through Friday, with possible nights or weekends. Local travel, with some overnight trips possible.

About Drive

Drive Engineering Corp. provides ITS, Traffic Engineering, and Transportation Planning services in the Mid-Atlantic. We work with agencies like PennDOT, PA Turnpike, DelDOT, NYSDOT, NJDOT, and others, offering comprehensive project management from planning through construction.