Construction Inspector II, III, IV -Sinton Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation•Saint Paul, TX

12h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
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.
Construction Inspector III: 2 years of experience in construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
Construction Inspector III: 3 year of experience in construction inspection, engineering support, maintenance and repairs, materials or process inspection; or transportation engineering support related experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Safety Impact Certificate, which will be issued by employer at time of hire
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Interpreting applicable information
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
Move up to 50 pounds (See essential duties for example of items to be moved.)
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Basic roadway design
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
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
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
A mathematical simulation will be part of the interview process.

Responsibilities

Interprets plans and specifications and negotiates with producers and suppliers to resolve differences.
Attends pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees.
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.
Resolves differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Trains and mentors less experienced inspectors on work methods.
Documents work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
May serve as a lead worker or project leader.