District 8 - Highway Construction Inspector I, II, or III

State of Oklahoma•Sand Springs, OK

3d•$47,200 - $67,900•Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are responsible for overseeing the construction of highways, roads, and related structures, ensuring construction conforms with the construction contract documents, plans and specifications. The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include performing sampling and field testing of materials, submitting accurate test records, maintaining current records in the Construction Management System, inspecting contractor’s work, communicating with stakeholders, maintaining required documentation of project progress, submitting progressive estimates and time and diary reports, operating agency-issued vehicles and other equipment safely, conducting safety reviews, resolving contract disputes and specification interpretation with contractors, and using agency-provided software to accurately and completely document progress and required reports. Some positions may require working long hours, nights, and on weekends. Applicants must take a drug test prior to employment and be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position. While performing job duties, the employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear. Routinely, employees are required to sit, manipulate or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb and balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl. Employees must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Able to work in a wide variety of environmental conditions, ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold. Some positions in this job family are safety sensitive.

Requirements

Level I: Knowledge of basic construction materials and their typical uses; of occupational safety practices; of basic mathematics, including basic geometry and algebra, used in routine job-related calculations.
Level I: Ability to collect, maintain, and record field data; to communicate effectively with internal staff, contractors, and other external partners in both oral and written form, and includes the preparation of inspection reports and recommendation; to use computer and standard office software; and to work in the following conditions: of moderate to considerable amount of handling light or medium weight objects/materials and use of medium weight tools, of climbing and working from ladders or while in an awkward position (physical effort); of unfavorable to considerable exposure to unfavorable conditions such as weather, being confined, noisy or dirty locations as a regular part of the work day (environmental); of dangerous to considerable conditions which are unpredictable/uncertain and which result in risk of personal injury (hazards); and of considerable periods, on a regular basis, of concentration and focused sensory attention (which includes seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching) of medium intensity and longer duration (sensory attention).
Level II: Knowledge of construction materials and their properties; of principles of soil mechanics; of surveying techniques; of local, state, and federal regulations, standards, and codes governing construction practices; of modern road construction methodologies and technologies; of occupational safety standards and hazard mitigation strategies; of geometry and algebra as they relate to engineering computations; of effectively using testing methods, analytical processes, and procedural protocols to ensure compliance and structural integrity of the work inspected; and of work zone traffic control.
Level II: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints; to collect data; to work outdoors in various weather conditions; to collaborate with contractors; to operate computer equipment; to establish effective working relationships with others; to prepare clear and concise reports and recommendations; and to work in the following conditions: of moderate to considerable amount of handling light or medium weight objects/materials and use of medium weight tools, of climbing and working from ladders or while in an awkward position (physical effort); of unfavorable to considerable exposure to unfavorable conditions such as weather, being confined, noisy or dirty locations as a regular part of the work day (environmental); of dangerous to considerable conditions which are unpredictable/uncertain and which result in risk of personal injury (hazards); and of considerable periods, on a regular basis, of concentration and focused sensory attention (which includes seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching) of medium intensity and longer duration (sensory attention).
Level III: Knowledge of complex and evolving local, state, and federal construction codes, environmental regulations, and industry best practices; of road and infrastructure construction techniques; of geometry and algebra techniques; and of computer skills.
Level III: Skill in the analysis of and application of construction materials, geotechnical engineering principles, and surveying methodologies; and to lead and execute complex testing protocols, accurately interpret technical data, and formulate recommendations to ensure regulatory compliance, structural performance, and long-term sustainability of construction projects.
Level III: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints; to collect data; to collaborate with contractors; to provide consultant services; to establish effective working relationships with others; to prepare clear and concise reports and recommendations; to provide training and guidance; to make independent decision; to perform business calculations and negotiate resolutions with others; to communicate and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; and to work in the following conditions: of moderate to considerable amount of handling light or medium weight objects/materials and use of medium weight tools, of climbing and working from ladders or while in an awkward position (physical effort); of unfavorable to considerable exposure to unfavorable conditions such as weather, being confined, noisy or dirty locations as a regular part of the work day (environmental); of dangerous to considerable conditions which are unpredictable/uncertain and which result in risk of personal injury (hazards); and of considerable periods, on a regular basis, of concentration and focused sensory attention (which includes seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching) of medium intensity and longer duration (sensory attention).
Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of employment.
Employees must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Able to work in a wide variety of environmental conditions, ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.

Nice To Haves

Level I: Supervisors and higher-level Highway Construction Inspectors will provide training and instruction for assigned tasks. Supervision and monitoring of the work product will range from close supervision of the incumbent at the learning stage of a task or function to normal and routine supervision and monitoring of the work product as the incumbent becomes proficient in and independently performs assigned tasks and functions.
Level II: This level may provide guidance to lower-level inspectors or consultants and includes coordinating and monitoring work performed by contractors or vendors.
Level III: Incumbents provide training and guidance to lower-level inspectors and consultants and coordinate and monitor work performed by contractors and vendors. This level may serve as a project manager for large, complex transportation projects.

Responsibilities

Performs sampling and field testing of materials used during construction projects, ensuring compliance with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) testing guidelines.
Submits accurate test records and samples to the residency lab.
Maintains current records in the Construction Management System and updates the system data.
Inspects contractor’s work to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
Communicates with stakeholders, such as businesses and landowners affected by the project.
Maintains required documentation of project progress, including measurements, calculations, and documentation of all work events and conditions.
Submits progressive estimates and time and diary reports.
Operates agency-issued vehicles and other equipment safely.
Conducts safety reviews.
Resolves contract disputes and specification interpretation with contractors.
Uses agency-provided software to accurately and completely document progress and required reports such as: Daily Work Reports (DWR), Diaries, Material Testing, Estimates
Trains new employees.

Benefits

Annual benefit allowances
variety of health, dental, and vision plan options
paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year
11 paid holidays
robust retirement savings plans
EAP & wellness program
The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.
Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan
Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%.
Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above.
OPERS Defined Benefit Plan
15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year
11 paid holidays per year
Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service.
EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.