TxDOT's Houston District is seeking a Construction Inspector to join us in the inspection and oversight of essential projects in the Southeast Harris-Metro region. Depending on skill level, this employee will perform all facets of bridge inspection, roadway inspection, environmental compliance, and materials inspection. He will assist the Project Manager with Change Orders. Duties include field work This position will be in our Southeast Harris Area Office and will help support inspection of our existing infrastructure and new upcoming construction projects. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance.

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.

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.

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Construction Inspector I and II

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.

Essential Duties:

Construction Inspector I:

• Advisessupervisorofinspectionactivitiesandproblemsatplantsandassistsincoordinatinginspections.

• Attendspre-constructionmeetingsandanswersquestionsfromcontractorsandotherattendees.

• Calculatespaymentsduecontractorsforworkcompleted.

• Consults with ProjectEngineers, resident project representativesand contractors' superintendentson work progressand

  constructionproblems;reviewsequipmentutilizationdataandtime/cost estimates.

• Ensurescontractorsbuildroadways,bridgesandrelatedhighwaystructuresand/orairportimprovementsinaccordancewith

  plansand specifications.

• Observesandinspectsongoingconstructionwork.

• Assistsinengineering-relateddatacollection,inspections,assessments,analysis,andreviewactivitiesforplan development by others.

• Drives/travelstogeographicallyseparatedfabrication plants/projectsitestomonitorsprogramstatus; perform

  unannouncedinspectionofoperations,andproblem resolution.

• Documents work progress and issuesarising throughout scope of project.

• Performs other jobresponsibilities as assigned.

Construction Inspector II:

Includes all essential duties listed for Construction Inspector I as well as:

• Prepares andreviews correspondence.

• Coordinatesinspectionschedules,trafficcontrolneeds,andaccessissuesdirectlywithdistrictpersonnel.

• Monitorsprojectphasingandtrafficcontrolplansorairportclosureplansandensurescompliancewithapprovedsafety standards; inspects barricades; as required moves traffic control devices and barricades.

• Performsother jobresponsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Construction Inspector I:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

No experience required. (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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Competencies:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicableplans,specificationsandestimatespreparation,review,processingandcompliancerequirements
• Constructionengineeringpoliciesandprocedures

• Applicabletestingmethods,processesand procedures

• TheTexasManualonUniformTrafficControlDevices

• OccupationalSafetyandHealthAdministrationrulesand regulations

Proficient skill in:

• Applyingengineeringprinciples,practices,andmethodsinjob responsibilities

• Performingcalculationstoincludematerialandlaborestimates,expenses,technicalsurveydataand engineering calculations

• Performingcalculationsusingalgebra,trigonometryand geometry

• Coordinatinglabor,materials,andequipment

Some skill in:

• Publicrelationsformaintainingeffectiveworkingrelationshipswithindividualsandgroups,bothinternaland external

• Usingcomputers,applicableprograms,applications,andsystems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subjecttooutsideenvironmentalconditions;noeffectiveweatherprotection

• Subjecttoextremecoldandheat;below32and/orabove100degreesformorethanonehour

• Subjectto noise

• Subject to vibration

• Requiredtowearprotectivegear - respirator,hardhat,orotherdevices

• Mediumwork: Liftup to50 lbs.at atimeand frequentlylift orcarry objectsup to25 lbs.

• Stooping - bendingbodydownwardandforwardbybendingspineatwaist

• Kneeling - bendinglegsatkneetocometoarestonknee(s)

• Crouching - bendingbodydownwardandforwardbybendingleg(s)andspine

• Walking - movingonfoottoaccomplishtasks:longdistance/fromoneworksitetoanother

• Talking - expressingorexchangingideasbyspokenwords

• Hearing - perceivesoundatnormalspeakinglevels; receiveinformationbyoralcommunication

Construction Inspector II:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

1 yearconstruction,constructioninspection,engineeringsupport,maintenanceandrepairs,materialsorprocessinspection;or transportation engineering support related experience. (Experiencecanbesatisfiedbyfulltimeorproratedparttime equivalent)Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Competencies:

Includes all competencies listed for Construction Inspector I as well as:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Applicableplans,specificationsandestimatespreparation,review,processingandcompliancerequirements

• Applicableinspectionmethods,proceduresand techniques

• Applicabletestingmethods,processesand procedures

• Basictrafficmanagementandcontrol procedures

Proficient skill in:

• Readingandinterpretingapplicableplans,schematics,blueprintsand maps

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subjecttoinsideandoutsideenvironmentalconditions

• Subjectto noise

• Subjectto vibration

• Requiredtowearprotectivegear - respirator,hardhat,orotherdevices

• Mediumwork: Liftup to50 lbs.at atimeand frequentlylift orcarry objectsup to25 lbs.

• Climbing-ascending/descendingladders,stairs,scaffoldings,ramps, etc

• Balancing - walking,standing,crouchingonvarioussurfaceswithout falling

• Stooping - bendingbodydownwardandforwardbybendingspineatwaist

• Kneeling - bendinglegsatkneetocometoarestonknee(s)

• Standing - prolongedperiodsoftime

• Walking - movingonfoottoaccomplishtasks:longdistance/fromoneworksitetoanother

• Talking - expressingorexchangingideasbyspokenwords

• Hearing - perceivesoundatnormalspeakinglevels; receiveinformationbyoralcommunication

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the standard conditions of employment: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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.

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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.

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